3 Vegan Breakfast Ideas

Vegan, balanced and full of flavor 

Whether you are following a vegetarian or a vegan diet, are having a “Meatless Monday,” or are simply wanting to add variety into your diet, these vegan recipes are worth a try. They are 100% plant-based, without any processed vegan food items for a healthier option. If you enjoyed these vegan breakfast ideas, be sure to comment below your favourite!

Vegan Chocolate Pancake Recipe

Makes about 6 pancakes 

Preparation time 5 minutes 

Cooking time 10 minutes 

What You Need 

Vegan Chocolate Pancake Ingredients:

• 2 ½  cups all-purpose flour 
• ½ cup ground flaxseeds 
• 2 tablespoons sugar 
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 
• 1/3 cup cacao powder 
• 1 teaspoon salt 
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil 
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 
• 3 cups of your favorite plant-based milk 
• Coconut whipped cream 
• Seasonal fruit 

How to make the Vegan Chocolate Pancake Recipe 

1. In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, cacao powder and salt).  
2. Incorporate the oil, vanilla extract and plant-based milk and whisk until a smooth consistency. 
3. Preheat non-stick pan over medium heat and spray with cooking vegetable oil. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the centre of the pan and tilt to spread evenly. When an edge easily peels off and begins to crisp, flip the crepe with a spatula. 
4. Top pancakes with coconut whipped cream and delicious Canadian maple syrup accompanied with fresh fruits.

Scrambled Tofu Recipe

Makes 4 servings 

Preparation time 10 minutes 

Cooking time 5 minutes 

What You Need 

Scrambled Tofu Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 onion, minced
• 1 tablespoon turmeric
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 454g firm regular tofu, shredded
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• Salt and pepper (optional) 

How to make Scrambled Tofu Recipe

1. Preheat a pan over medium heat. Add the oil, garlic, onion, and spices. 
2. Shred the tofu using a cheese shredder or your hands. Add to the pan and cook for 2 minutes 
3. Add the soy sauce and salt/pepper. Cook for an extra 2 minutes. 
4. Serve with toasts or diced roasted potatoes and seasonal fruits or tomatoes.  

How to make the Vegan Overnight Oats Recipe

1. In a jar, combine the rolled oats, plant-based milk, raisins and cinnamon. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight. 
2. Just before eating, add the hemp seeds, berries and a drizzle of honey. 

If you tried any of these Vegan Breakfast Ideas, let us know on social media by tagging us on Facebook and Instagram @healthstandnutrition! We’d love to see how it turned out for you.

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