Savory Oatmeal
Prep Time: 2 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
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Yield: 1 serve
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Recipe by Healthy Nibblles
Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 262
Total Fat 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Sodium: 178mg
Cholesterol: 201mg
Total Carbohydrate: 18g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 13g
Ingredients and Instructions
1/4 cup dry quick-cooking oats
3/4 cup water
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons shredded white cheddar cheese (add more if you like)
1 tsp coconut oil, divided
1/4 cup diced red pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 large egg
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Optional Toppings
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chopped walnuts
sliced green onions
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Stove Top Method: Bring water to boil. Add oatmeal, reduce heat a little and let it cook for about 3 minutes, until all liquid is absorbed. Turn off heat and stir in cheese, a small pinch of salt, and pepper.
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Microwave Method: Place oats and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Line microwave dish with paper towels to catch any spills. Microwave at a high setting (but not the highest, about 8/10 power setting) at one-minute intervals for a total of 3 minutes.
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If you want a softer texture, continue microwaving at 30-second intervals. Give the oats a little stir between intervals. When the oatmeal is done, stir in shredded cheese, a small pinch of salt, and pepper.
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Heat a nonstick pan with 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add vegetables and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until they soften. Spoon vegetables over cooked oats. Reduce heat to medium.
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Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon of oil and fry egg. Cook until the whites are no longer translucent and serve over oatmeal.
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Top with chopped walnuts green onions if you like.