Oatmeal is one of my favourite breakfasts because it’s filling and highly nutritious; even more when I add some special ingredients to it!
I get bored easily, so I like to rotate between these 3 delicious oatmeal options.
Bon appetit!
And let me know which is your favourite!
To make the oatmeal base for these recipes:
1. Add 1/3 cup oats to a small pot.
2. Pour in 250ml (1 Cup) coconut milk, or any plant based milk.
3. Stir until mixed well.
4. Turn the burner on to high and heat the mixture until it reaches a boil. Immediately turn down the heat to low and simmer for 1 minute or until mixture thickens.
a) Banana Cinnamon
To the oatmeal add:
1/2 Tbsp chia seeds
Walnuts, as desired
Sprinkle of cinnamon
1 tsp Maple syrup
b) Apple Delight
To the oatmeal add:
2-3 Tbsp Apple sauce (unsweetened)
Pecans, as desired
Sprinkle of cinnamon
1 tsp Maple Syrup
c) Very Berry
To the oatmeal add:
1/2 Tbsp chia seeds
1/3-1/2 cup berries (can be frozen)
1 tsp Maple syrup
Top 3 Health Benefits of Eating Oats and Oatmeal
1)Whole oats are packed full of antioxidants called polyphenols.
2) Half a cup (78 grams) contains manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, iron, zinc, folate, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B5,
3) They are totally balanced with 51 grams of carbs, 13 grams of protein, 5 grams of fat and 8 grams of fibre.
4) All three of the above aid in weight loss & weight management as well as healthy digestion which is critical for your overall health and immune system.
