Description
This 5-Minute Oatmeal Power Bowl is a quick and nutritious breakfast option that will fuel your day. Packed with wholesome ingredients and customizable toppings, it’s a delicious way to start your morning.
Ingredients
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Main Bowl:
- 1 ripe banana, mashed (the riper/spottier the better)
- 2 heaping tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/3 cup rolled oats (use certified gluten-free if necessary)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2/3 cup (160 mL) almond milk
- 1/3 cup (90 mL) water
- 1 tablespoon ground flax (optional, see note)
For Garnish:
- Soaked almonds
- Pepita seeds
- Hemp hearts
- Cinnamon
- Toasted coconut
- Nut butter
- Spices (cinnamon, ginger, allspice)
Instructions
- The night before: Grab a medium bowl and mash the banana until smooth. Stir in the chia, oats, cinnamon, milk, and water until combined. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning: Scoop the oat mixture into a medium pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce to medium-low, stirring frequently until heated throughout and thickened. Stir in flax, if using, at the end of cooking.
- Pour oats into a bowl. Garnish with desired toppings. Enjoy!
Notes
- The ground flax is optional and can be omitted if desired.
- Try topping your oats with a mix of spices like cinnamon, ginger, and allspice for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approx. 350 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 15g
- Sodium: Approx. 120mg
- Fat: Approx. 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 55g
- Fiber: Approx. 12g
- Protein: Approx. 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
