India, Dec. 17 -- High-protein vegetarian breakfast choices become especially relevant during winter and festive seasons, including Christmas mornings, when heavier foods are common and energy needs increase. A protein-focused start helps balance festive indulgence while supporting weight loss and steady metabolism. Many traditional vegetarian protein sources, such as paneer, lentils, chickpeas, nuts, and milk, have deep roots in Indian and European winter diets, where warming, filling foods were preferred during colder months.

Paneer, for example, has been part of Indian kitchens since the Mughal era and has gained popularity as a winter staple for its protein content and ease of digestion. Lentils and besan-based breakfasts trace back ...