Healthy Everyday Breakfast
Start your day the nutritious way with this Healthy Everyday Breakfast, a warm and wholesome oatmeal bowl that's as satisfying as it is simple to make. Crafted with heart-healthy rolled oats simmered to creamy perfection in unsweetened almond milk, this breakfast is elevated with a touch of chia seeds for added fiber and omega-3s. A hint of ground cinnamon and optional pure maple syrup bring natural sweetness and warmth, while a vibrant medley of fresh mixed berries, sliced banana, and crunchy chopped nuts provides a delightful burst of flavor and texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy mornings and designed to fuel your day with a balanced blend of complex carbs, protein, and healthy fats. Whether you're meal-prepping or making it fresh each morning, this comforting oatmeal bowl is sure to become your go-to healthy breakfast staple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups rolled oats
- 1 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoons pure maple syrup (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cups fresh mixed berries (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 0.5 small banana, sliced
- 1 tablespoons chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the rolled oats and almond milk.
Stir occasionally and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the oats become soft and creamy.
Add the chia seeds, pure maple syrup (if using), and ground cinnamon to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the chia seeds to slightly thicken the mixture.
Remove from heat and transfer the oatmeal to a bowl.
Top the oatmeal with fresh mixed berries, sliced banana, and chopped nuts.
Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, well-balanced breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 173 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 572 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 769 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
