Low Sodium Creamy Oatmeal Porridge
Start your morning with a bowl of comfort and nourishment by whipping up this Low Sodium Creamy Oatmeal Porridge—a health-conscious twist on a classic breakfast favorite. Made with old-fashioned rolled oats simmered to perfection in water and unsweetened almond milk, this heartwarming dish delivers a creamy texture without relying on excessive sodium. Naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup and infused with aromatic vanilla and cinnamon, every bite is both satisfying and wholesome. Topped with vibrant fresh berries and crunchy chopped nuts, this easy-to-make porridge boasts layers of flavor and texture that are sure to delight your taste buds. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for busy mornings, this wholesome breakfast recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a low-sodium, nutrient-packed start to their day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups Water
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Fresh berries (e.g., blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Add 1 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats to the boiling water, and reduce the heat to a simmer.
Cook the oats for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the water has mostly absorbed.
Stir in 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk and continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the porridge reaches your desired creamy consistency.
Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, 0.5 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 0.5 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
Divide the oatmeal porridge into two bowls.
Top each serving with 0.5 cup of fresh berries and 2 tablespoons of chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium creamy oatmeal porridge.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.2 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 654 mg | 14% | |
*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.
