Oatmeal with Fresh Berries and Walnuts
Start your day with the mouthwatering Oatmeal with Berries and Walnuts! This easy and healthy breakfast recipe uses rolled oats, almond milk, fresh berries, and walnuts, and it provides 11 g of natural protein for a perfect morning boost.
To lose weight, you should never focus on eating less. Instead, your main goal should be to eat more frequently and in smaller portions.
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Is Oatmeal and Walnuts a Good Breakfast?
Yes, oatmeal with walnuts is a fantastic breakfast choice! It’s a balanced meal with a great mix of carbohydrates, healthy fats, and protein.
This combination offers 46 grams of carbohydrates, 11 grams of protein, and 24 grams of fat, fitting perfectly within recommended nutritional values.
Oatmeal is high in fiber, which can help keep you full and satisfied, while walnuts offer heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and additional protein.
This combination can help provide sustained energy throughout the morning.
What is the healthiest fruit to put in oatmeal?
Fresh berries are among the healthiest choices for oatmeal. In addition to protein, fats, and carbohydrates from oats and walnuts, berries provide abundant vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
You can use any berries you have on hand, such as blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries. They are:
- high in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins (like Vitamin C) and are excellent sources of folate (vitamin B9) and potassium
- low in calories and sugar
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1/2 cup rolled oats—Rolled oats offer better nutritional benefits than quick oats.
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp maple syrup or the same amount of honey
- 1/2 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or a mix)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Tips for Making the Perfect Oatmeal with Berries and Walnuts
- Combine 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup almond milk, and 1 tsp maple syrup or honey in a medium-sized saucepan.
- Stir well to mix the ingredients together.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until the oats are soft and the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.
- While cooking oats, rinse and prepare 1/2 cup of fresh berries. If using larger berries like strawberries, you can slice them into smaller pieces.
- Chop 1/4 cup of walnuts into small pieces.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat once the oats are cooked and creamy.
- Pour the oatmeal into a serving bowl.
- Top the oatmeal with the fresh berries, and sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the berries.
Quick Tip!
For added crunch and flavor, sprinkle a small handful of flaxseeds or pumpkin seeds on top of your oatmeal.
Wrapping Up: A Healthy Start to Your Day
Adding oatmeal with walnuts and fresh berries to your breakfast routine is a great way to start your day on a healthy note.
This meal has a good mix of carbs, healthy fats, protein, essential vitamins, and antioxidants.
Using rolled oats instead of quick oats provides better nutrition, and the berries boost the health benefits of your meal.
Enjoy this tasty and nutritious oatmeal with berries and walnuts breakfast to energize your body and mind for a great day ahead.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1/2 cup berries fresh
- 1/4 cup walnuts chopped
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup almond milk, and 1 tsp maple syrup (or honey).
- Stir well to mix the ingredients together.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until the oats are soft and the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.
- While the oats are cooking, rinse and prepare 1/2 cup of fresh berries. If using larger berries like strawberries, you can slice them into smaller pieces.
- Chop 1/4 cup of walnuts into small pieces.
- Once the oats are cooked and creamy, remove the saucepan from the heat. Pour the oatmeal into a serving bowl.
- Top the oatmeal with the fresh berries. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the berries.
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Notes
- Refer to the post above for video instructions and other useful information.
- Nutrition information is an estimate and will depend on your specific ingredients.
