Oats are not only versatile and very inexpensive but most importantly a very healthy and nutritious grain and food. Oats are high in fiber. They are also high in and a good source of protein, folate and in many essential vitamins and minerals (manganese, phosphorus, copper, B vitamins, iron, selenium, magnesium, and zinc - just to name a few...) and antioxidants. Add in the 3 fruits, flax seeds, milk and yoghurt you have additionally fortified your breakfast and turned just plain oats into a delicious breakfast.
Oats can be used in desserts, breads, plant-based alternatives like veggie burgers and as a breakfast meal to start off your day.
Here is another variation of an oatmeal breakfast:
- Oats
- 1 teaspoon of flax seeds
- 2% milk
- Water
- Sprinkle of cinnamon
- Pureed fresh pumpkin (pre baked and prepared)
Mix together and cook in microwave oven.
Add:
- Blueberries
- Pineapple
- 2 to 3 heaping tablespoons of a probiotic yoghurt
Enjoy. Simple, quick to prepare as long as a little planning has been done.
