3 Alternatives to Oats For Breakfast

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Ava K
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Oats are a great breakfast meal; they’re high in fiber and low in fat and they keep you full until lunchtime. Eating a warm bowl of oats is a great way to start your day, but there are alternative ways to integrate whole grains into your breakfast. Try some of these delicious ideas below.

Breakfast Barley With Banana and Sunflower Seeds

Barley for breakfast can lower your cholesterol and helps keep your blood sugar stable. Mix two-thirds of a cup water, a third of a cup of uncooked barley in the microwave for 6 minutes. Let it stand for 2 minutes then top it off with a sliced banana, sunflower seeds, and honey.

Coconut Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Quinoa is high in protein, iron, magnesium, and fiber. Simmer 1 can of coconut milk, 1 tsp of vanilla, and a pinch of salt in a pan. Add 1 cup of quinoa and bring to a boil. Put the lid on and lower the heat for 15-20 mins. In a bowl add coconut chips, almonds or fresh fruit to the top.

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CREAMY QUINOA PORRIDGE!❤️🥣 Have you tried swapping oats for quinoa? I love doing this when I'm looking for a healthier style porridge. Since quinoa is really high in protein, and is gluten-free I find it keeps me fuller longer without any bloating. I've made this recipe by cooking quinoa in coconut milk with lots of cinnamon and maple syrup to sweeten. Then topped with banana, pomegranate, almond butter and cacao nibs. . . Get the recipe below. I've brought you the holiday vibes in this bowl because it's Dec 1!! How how how?? But I'm super excited to bring you holiday inspired recipes this month. Get ready for all the festive cookies, savoury side dishes, and chocolate treats!! Happy Sunday ya'll. #twospoons. . . Creamy Quinoa Porridge (Serves 2) 1/2 cup (85g) uncooked quinoa 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) canned coconut milk 2 tsp cinnamon 2 tsp maple syrup or to taste splashes water if needed 1 banana, chopped 1/2 cup (45g) pomegranate seeds 2 tsp almond butter cacao nibs to sprinkle . . 1. In saucepan, combine quinoa, milk, maple syrup and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer quinoa until cooked (approx. 12-15 minutes). And splashes more water if needed to reach desired consistency. 2. Divide quinoa porridge between two bowls and top with chopped banana, pomegranate, almond butter and cacao nibs to sprinkle.

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Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Bulgar Breakfast Bowl

Bulgar is a great source of fiber, protein, iron, and Vitamin B-6. Simmer 2 and a half cups of milk in a pan and stir in the 1 cup of Bulgar, reduce the heat to low for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat and allow to soak for 10 minutes, stir occasionally and check the Bulgar is tender. Add some cinnamon and brown sugar for flavor.