Low Sodium Cinnamon and Spices Oats
Start your day on a healthy, flavorful note with this Low Sodium Cinnamon and Spices Oats recipe—a heart-healthy breakfast that’s as comforting as it is nourishing. Packed with fragrant spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, this dish transforms simple oats into a warm, aromatic bowl of goodness. The natural sweetness of unsweetened applesauce and the crunch of chopped almonds perfectly balance the creamy texture, while a vibrant garnish of fresh fruit or berries adds a pop of color and flavor. With no added salt, this oatmeal blend is ideal for those looking to reduce sodium without compromising on taste. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a wholesome and satisfying way to kick off your day. Perfect for anyone seeking a low-sodium breakfast idea that’s both nutritious and delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons Chopped almonds
- 0.5 cup Chopped fresh fruit or berries
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
Add the oats to the boiling water, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats have absorbed most of the water.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, ground cloves, and pure vanilla extract.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the oats are creamy and have reached your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness and additional moisture.
Divide the oatmeal into two serving bowls.
Top each bowl with a tablespoon of chopped almonds for a crunchy texture and a nutritious boost.
Garnish with your choice of chopped fresh fruit or berries for added flavor and color.
Drizzle each serving with a teaspoon of honey for extra sweetness, if using.
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy, low sodium breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.6 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.9 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 990 mg | 21% | |
*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.
