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
Rating 4.6 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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