Staple Protein Oats

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

1. Cook oats with plant milk on the stove over medium heat.
2. 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)
3. Once thick and creamy, remove from heat.
4. Top with fruit and nuts.