My go-to breakfast almost every morning is a big comforting bowl of cooked oats. They fill me up until lunch time and are an easy way to fit a good amount of fibre, protein and healthy fats into the first meal of the day.
Nutrition Highlights
- Oats are rich in beta-glucan fibre for sustained energy
- Chia, flax and walnuts all provide omega-3s, protein and fibre
- Fruit contributes antioxidants, natural sweetness, fibre and various nutrients like potassium depending on which fruit you use
- Optional protein powder increases protein for satiety
This recipe makes 1 serve.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup plant milk (ie. calcium fortified soy milk)
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed meal or chia seeds
- Fruit (ie. grated apple, berries, sliced banana, stewed fruit or dried fruit all work well)
- A small handful of walnuts (approximately 6 walnuts halves)
Instructions
- Cook oats with plant milk on the stove over medium heat.
- Stir in chia seeds or flaxseed meal. If desired, for even more protein, stir in 1-2 tbsp of plant protein powder, (sometimes an extra splash of milk is required)
- Once thick and creamy, remove from heat.
- Top with fruit and nuts.