We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but are you having a proper, nutritious breakfast?In India, the most common breakfast mistake is loading up on carbs—for instance, a popular breakfast combination constitutes paranthas with a hot cup of chai. The second most common breakfast mistake is not eating one at all!While carbs give you instant energy, it isn’t the only nutrient necessary for good health. An ideal breakfast should not only be rich in carbohydrates but all nutrients—especially proteins.Protein is necessary to ensure that the carbs consumed during breakfast is digested slowly, giving you sufficient energy to work until lunch. Secondly, including protein-rich foods in your diet is essential if you work out in the mornings, as protein is crucial for muscle recovery.Vegetarian protein is generally considered incomplete (i.e., they do not have all the essential amino acids that the human body needs). When eaten together with cereals, you get their full protein value.A good high-protein breakfast could be:Milk and eggsBread and eggsOats and milkPaneer-stuffed rotisEgg bhujia and rotiIdli and sambarApart from traditional spreads such as those listed above, you can try these high-protein breakfast recipes for a dash of variety and taste:1. Oats-on-the-goCalories: 247; Protein: 12 gm Preparation time: OvernightCooking time: No cooking requiredMakes: 1 jar – for 1 personIngredientsOats 2 tablespoons1 teaspoon flaxseeds1 teaspoon chia seeds5-6 almonds, chopped5-6 raisinsHalf a cup of low-fat milkHalf a cup of low-fat curdSeasonal fruits like banana, mango or apple, 2 tablespoons, choppedDirectionsMix the oats, flaxseeds, chia seeds, almonds, raisins and curd in a jar and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, add half a cup of milk and seasonal fruits to the mixture and carry the jar with you for a ready and nutritious breakfast on the go.2. Apple French toastCalories: 315; Protein: 18 gmPreparation time: 5 minutesCooking time: 2 minutesMakes: 2 pieces – For 1 person Ingredients2 slices of multigrain bread½ small apple, grated1 teaspoon flaxseeds1 teaspoon peanut butter1 egg¼ teaspoon cinnamon1 tablespoon milk¼ teaspoon butter to grease the panDirectionsBeat the egg, add milk and cinnamon to it, and keep the batter aside for the time being. Take a slice of bread, spread peanut butter on one side, place half an apple (grated) along with flaxseeds and cover it with the second slice of bread. Dip the bread in egg batter and cook on a non-stick pan, greased with butter. Cook on both sides until it turns light brown. Serve it warm or cold. To enhance its flavour, drizzle some honey on it.