Sarah Catterson’s high-protein breakfast recipe is taking Instagram by storm—no oats, just results!
A high-protein breakfast without oats? That’s exactly what weight loss coach Sarah Catterson has delivered with her latest “genius” recipe, which has taken Instagram by storm. Packed with 46g of protein and ready in just five minutes, her Breakfast Egg Quesadilla is becoming a go-to meal for fitness enthusiasts looking for a filling, nutritious start to the day.
Catterson, who shares fitness tips and healthy recipes on social media, introduced her oat-free, high-protein alternative after noticing many people rely heavily on oats for breakfast.
Embed from Getty Images“You’re struggling with breakfast ideas that are high in protein and aren’t always overnight oats or protein oats,” she says in her viral Instagram reel. “This is my breakfast egg bacon quesadilla, and it’s huge!”
The recipe includes:
- 1 whole egg
- 170g egg whites
- 1 large tortilla
- 30g low-fat grated cheese
- 2 turkey medallions (or bacon)
- Spinach
- 15g salsa
- Seasoning of choice
Catterson starts by cooking the turkey medallions until crisp. She then sprays a pan with oil, adds the egg mixture, seasons it, and places the tortilla on top while the eggs are half-cooked. After flipping the tortilla so the eggs stick, she arranges the ingredients in different sections before folding it into a quesadilla.
With just 445 calories, 34g carbs, and 13g fat, the meal is a powerhouse of nutrition—and Instagram users are loving it.
“Dang, that looks delicious! Trying it tomorrow!” one user commented.
“This is freaking genius! My new breakfast go-to!” another added.
A few even shared their own variations, swapping salsa for sriracha to give it a spicy kick.
For those questioning the protein count, Catterson broke it down:
- Egg – 6.3g
- Turkey slices – 4.7g
- Tortilla – 5.3g
- Low-fat cheese – 10.9g
- Egg whites (170g) – 18.5g
Total: 45.7g of protein (rounded up to 46g).
The NHS recommends a balanced diet rich in protein, including beans, pulses, fish, eggs, and lean meat. Catterson’s quesadilla fits the bill, offering a protein-packed, satisfying start to the day—without a single oat in sight!
