Purple Oatmeal Recipe

Start your day with this vibrant and healthy Purple Oatmeal recipe! Bursting with flavor and antioxidants from blueberries and warming spices, this easy-to-make breakfast is perfect for a quick and nutritious meal. We've tweaked a vegetarian favorite for optimal deliciousness – your cholesterol will thank you! (Note: We tried raspberries and found blueberries to be a better complement to the flavors.)

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 174.5 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Purple Oatmeal

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How to Make Purple Oatmeal

  1. Bring 1 cup of water to a rapid boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Stir in 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  3. Reduce heat to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  4. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the oatmeal reaches your desired consistency.
  5. Gently stir in 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped walnuts.
  7. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes to allow the oatmeal to thicken further.
  8. Serve warm. Optional: Sprinkle with a little vanilla sugar for extra sweetness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

4g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Purple Oatmeal?

Purple Oatmeal takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Purple Oatmeal?

Purple Oatmeal has approximately 174.5 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Purple Oatmeal?

The key ingredients for Purple Oatmeal are Water, Steel Cut Oats, Lemon, Zest Of, Ground Cinnamon, Flax Seed, Ground Nutmeg. See the full list with measurements above.

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