Savoury Greek yogurt protein bowl (32g protein)
The no-cook breakfast for the days you have 4 minutes. Greek yogurt anchors 20g+ protein on its own; the chickpea + nut combo finishes the job.
Editorially reviewed
Bassam Mallick · Last reviewed 26 May 2026
Master Nutrition Coach · MSc Kinesiology, Sports & Performance Nutrition · Lifestyle & Metabolic Medicine, Harvard Medical School
Per serving
Calories
430kcal
Protein
32g
Carbs
28g
Fat
20g
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- Greek yogurt (or hung curd)200 g
- Roasted chana (chickpeas)30 g
- Almonds, sliced12 (≈ 15 g)
- Pumpkin seeds1 tbsp
- Cucumber, diced¼ cup
- Tomato, diced¼ cup
- Black pepper + saltto taste
- Coriander, chopped1 tbsp
- Chaat masala¼ tsp (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Spoon the Greek yogurt into a bowl.
- 2
Top with cucumber, tomato, roasted chana, almonds and pumpkin seeds.
- 3
Season with salt, black pepper, chaat masala. Finish with coriander.
- 4
Eat immediately while the chana is still crunchy.
Coach's notes
- · Indian Greek yogurt brands (Epigamia, Mooz, Drums Food) typically have 7-10g protein per 100g. Read the label — regular dahi only has 3-4g.
- · Hung curd (set yogurt strained through muslin for 2-3 hours) is a free DIY substitute and clocks 9-10g protein per 100g.
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