Oatmeal with Almond Milk and Chia Seeds
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Oatmeal with Almond Milk and Chia Seeds
Description
Oatmeal with Almond Milk and Chia Seeds begins by boiling almond milk with oats, chia seeds, and optional walnuts or other nuts. The blend simmers for several minutes, thickening as the oats cook and chia seeds absorb liquid, creating a creamy texture with subtle nutty flavor. Garnishing with additional nuts, dried fruit like mulberries and pomegranate, or fresh fruits adds both visual appeal and layers of texture and sweet or tart tastes.
This oatmeal serves as a comforting breakfast that balances wholesome ingredients without added sugars. It can be easily modified by swapping nuts or fruits based on preference and availability. The almond milk base offers a dairy-free alternative for those avoiding dairy.
The recipe notes clarify that calorie counts exclude optional toppings, highlighting flexibility in preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats I used Quaker Oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds more as garnish
- 1-2 tablespoons walnut almonds, macadamia nuts, etc, unsalted, optional
- 2 tablespoons dried fruit For the one you see in the picture I used mulberries and pomegranate, or fresh fruit, optional
Instructions
- Place almond milk, oats, chia seeds, and nuts in a small saucepan and let it come to a boil.
- Cook about 5-7 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Place it in a bowl and garnish it with more nuts, dried fruits and chia seeds, if preferred.
Notes
- The calorie information provided does not include optional nuts and fruits used as garnishes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 329mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 195mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 397mg | 40% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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