Description
This heart-healthy oatmeal recipe is a simple, nutritious breakfast packed with fiber, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids to support cardiovascular health and provide sustained energy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of oats (preferably whole grain)
- 2 cups of water or unsweetened almond milk
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)
- 1/4 cup of walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Bring the water or almond milk to a boil in a medium-sized pot.
- Add the oats, reduce the heat to low, and simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Cook for about 5 minutes until the oats are soft and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Add banana slices, chia seeds, and cinnamon; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with honey if desired.
- Serve in bowls topped with chopped walnuts.
Notes
- Use almond or coconut milk for a plant-based version.
- Add fresh berries for an antioxidant-rich twist.
- Substitute walnuts with other nuts like almonds or pecans.
- Prepare the night before and reheat for a quick breakfast.
- Try overnight oats by combining ingredients in a jar and refrigerating overnight.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
