Fiber-Filled Whole Grain Oatmeal with Berries
A hearty and nutritious breakfast that's easy to make and customizable to your liking.
Oatmeal is a classic breakfast cereal that has been enjoyed for centuries. It's a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins, and it can be made with a variety of toppings and flavors. This recipe for fiber-filled whole grain oatmeal with berries is a great way to start your day. It's made with rolled oats, water or unsweetened almond milk, mixed berries, chopped walnuts or pecans, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. The oats are cooked in a saucepan until they are tender and the liquid has been absorbed. The oatmeal is then served warm, topped with additional berries, nuts, or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, if desired.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 2 cups water or unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries (such as blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: honey or maple syrup, to taste
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the oats, water or almond milk, mixed berries, walnuts or pecans, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the oats are tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and let stand for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Serve warm, topped with additional berries, nuts, or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, if desired.
Why It Works
  • The rolled oats provide a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins.
  • The mixed berries add sweetness and antioxidants.
  • The chopped walnuts or pecans add crunch and healthy fats.
  • The chia seeds and flaxseed meal add additional fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • The vanilla extract and ground cinnamon add flavor.