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Banana Nut Protein Oats

This protein-packed bowl of oatmeal, sweetened with ripe banana and just a touch of maple syrup, uses vanilla protein shake and egg whites to add more protein and make the oats creamy.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 388 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 medium ripe banana (halved)
  • 1/3 cup quick oats ((check lables for gluten-free))
  • 2/3 cup liquid Orgain's vanilla protein shake
  • 3 tablespoons egg whites
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure maple syrup
  • 5 grams chopped walnuts

Instructions

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  1. Slice half of the banana and set aside.
  2. Mash the other half of the banana with a fork and place it into a small pot with oats, protein shake and egg whites and mix well.
  3. Cook medium-low and stir until it comes to a boil, once it boils continue cooking until thickened, about 2 - 3 minutes.
  4. Pour into a bowl and top with remaining banana, chopped walnuts and maple syrup.

Notes

  • If you prefer to use powdered protein, prepare as instructed and use 2/3 cup powder.
  • Sub chopped pecans or almonds for the walnuts
  • Switch out the maple syrup with agave or honey.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1bowl Calories 388kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 63.5g (21%) Protein 18.5g (37%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 9.5mg (3%) Sodium 203mg (8%) Fiber 6.5g (26%) Sugar 23g (46%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 388

% Daily Value*

Serving 1bowl
Calories 388kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 63.5g 21%
Protein 18.5g 37%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 9.5mg 3%
Sodium 203mg 8%
Fiber 6.5g 26%
Sugar 23g 46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.