Power Up Your Morning with This High-Protein, Egg-Free Tempeh Breakfast Hash
Hearty, savory, and packed with plant-based protein, this easy tempeh breakfast hash is perfect for mornings when you need a filling meal without relying on eggs. It’s quick to prepare, high in flavor, and just right for an energizing start to the day.
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Why You’ll Love This Tempeh Breakfast Hash
- High-Protein and Egg-Free: Powered by tempeh, this breakfast hash delivers satisfying plant-based protein without any eggs, making it a perfect option for a hearty morning;
- Quick and Easy: Just a few simple ingredients, including tempeh, and about 10 minutes on the stove — perfect for busy mornings.
- Crispy and Flavorful: Golden potatoes, smoky paprika, and tender bell peppers bring texture and bold flavor to every bite.
- Customizable: Swap in your favorite veggies or add a little heat with hot sauce or chili flakes to your delicious hash.
Ingredient Notes
Tempeh: Diced or crumbled tempeh gives this hash a satisfying texture with crispy edges. Using about ½ cup keeps the portion balanced — crumble it roughly by hand or with a fork before cooking to complement your breakfast hash.
Potatoes: Diced small, potatoes add substance and crisp up beautifully in the skillet. Choose any waxy or starchy variety you have on hand to complement your tempeh breakfast hash.
Bell Peppers: A pop of color and sweetness comes from the diced bell peppers. Any color works, but red, yellow, or orange peppers add the best brightness to this hash.
Quick Tips
- Dice Small: Cutting the potatoes and peppers into small pieces helps them cook faster and crisp up nicely for your tempeh hash.
- Crisp It Up: Let the hash sit undisturbed in the pan for a minute or two at the end for extra crispy bits before you enjoy your tempeh breakfast hash.
- Make It Your Own: Add chopped spinach, zucchini, or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for an extra layer of flavor and variety to your tempeh hash.
Serving Ideas
Spoon the tempeh hash into a bowl and top with fresh herbs, hot sauce, or sliced avocado. It also makes a great filling for breakfast wraps or burritos if you want something portable. Enjoying a tempeh breakfast hash will keep you energized for the day.
Looking for more? Check out these high-protein breakfast recipes made without eggs.
Tried this tempeh breakfast hash? Let me know how you served it—simple, spicy, or loaded with extras! And if you’re saving easy, high-protein breakfast ideas, this egg-free favorite deserves a spot on your list.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup tempeh diced or crumbled
- ½ cup potatoes diced
- ¼ cup bell peppers diced
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden brown.
- Add tempeh, bell peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 3–4 minutes until the tempeh is crispy and the peppers are soft. Serve warm.
Notes
- For the best flavor, steam the tempeh for 5–10 minutes before crumbling to reduce any bitterness.
- Cut the potatoes and peppers into small, even pieces to help them cook quickly and crisp up nicely.
- This recipe makes 1 hearty serving. Double or triple the ingredients if you want to meal prep extra portions.
