Savory Oatmeal
A comforting and nourishing twist on traditional oatmeal, enhanced with vibrant vegetables and an optional egg.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chopped vegetables (e.g., spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms)
- 1 egg (optional)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sliced green onions or herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the Liquid: In a saucepan, bring water or broth to a boil and add salt.
- Stir in the Oats: Stir in the rolled oats and reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
- Cook to Creaminess: Cook for about 5 minutes until creamy, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Veggies: In the last minute of cooking, stir in your choice of chopped vegetables.
- Prepare the Egg: If using an egg, poach or fry it separately while the oatmeal cooks.
- Flavor the Oatmeal: Once cooked, stir in soy sauce and season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve hot, topped with the cooked egg, sliced green onions, or your favorite herbs.
Notes
For creamier oats, substitute some water with milk or a non-dairy alternative. Feel free to switch up ingredients based on your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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