Over the last 18 months, there has been a shift in our morning routines with Canadians choosing to have their breakfast at home versus on the go. In fact, 90% of breakfast occasions are now occurring at home. 

All the while, plant-based proteins are on the rise in Canada. Since 2019, the industry has grown by 54% in Canada and now 40% of Canadians are reported to eat plant-based in addition to animal meat, following more of a ‘flexitarian’ diet.

As Canadians look to incorporate more plant-based products into their diet, many are still unsure about how to cook with them and breakfast appears to be the last frontier with its recent resurgence. So what do you serve at home for breakfast for the family looking to eat more ‘flexitarian’ and looking to serve plant-based protein at breakfast?

Beyond Meat has launched their Beyond Breakfast Sausage Links, their first retail breakfast product available in Canada. These plant-based sausages contain 12g of protein per serving, have 35% less sodium than the leading brand of pork sausage and are now available in major retailers across Canada.

Check out the recipe below for Beyond Breakfast Sausage Tacos; an easy, nutritious meal that features Beyond Meat’s new Beyond Breakfast Sausage Links. I am happy to provide imagery should you be interested.

BEYOND BREAKFAST SAUSAGE TACOS

  • Serves: 4-8
  • Prep Time: 10 Min
  • Cook Time: 15 Min

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 package Beyond Breakfast Sausage® Links
  • 1 package corn or flour tortillas
  • 4-6 Eggs or Egg Replacer
  • 1-2 Russet Potatoes
  • 1 Bell Pepper
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • Cayenne
  • Garlic Powder
  • Onion Powder
  • Paprika
  • 2-3 Avocados
  • Cilantro
  • Lime
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Optional: hot sauce

PREPARATION

  • Peel and quarter potatoes. Microwave until softened, 3-4 minutes.
  • While potatoes cool, dice bell peppers into ¼ inch pieces and chop cilantro. Once potatoes have cooled to the touch, dice into ½ inch cubes.
  • Slice avocados in half & scoop into a small bowl and mash. Sprinkle with cilantro, garlic powder, salt and pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice. Gently mix and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet, add potatoes and bell pepper. Sprinkle with cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Cook for 6-10 minutes, tossing every 2-3 minutes.
  • While potatoes are cooking, cook Beyond Breakfast Sausage Links according to the package and scrambled eggs according to your liking.
  • Warm tortillas.
  • Place egg, potatoes, and breakfast sausage (sliced or whole) into tortillas. Top with avocado, leftover cilantro and/or hot sauce. Serve and enjoy!

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