Description
A comforting and nutritious breakfast with creamy avocado and rolled oats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)
- to taste red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Start by bringing your water or broth to a gentle boil. I like using vegetable broth when I want a deeper, more comforting flavor—it reminds me of slow-cooked soups on chilly evenings.
- Stir in the oats and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let them cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. You’ll notice the oats softening and thickening into a creamy base. This is where the magic begins.
- While the oats cook, cut your avocado in half and scoop it into a bowl. Mash it lightly with a fork, leaving a few small chunks for texture. That contrast between creamy and slightly chunky makes every bite more interesting.
- Once the oats are done, remove them from the heat and stir in the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Then gently fold in the mashed avocado. The heat from the oats softens the avocado just enough to create a silky, rich consistency.
- If you’re adding an egg, cook it separately to your liking—fried or poached works beautifully. Place it right on top of your oatmeal for that perfect golden yolk moment.
- Finish your savory avocado oatmeal with green onions, fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat. Sit down, take a breath, and enjoy a breakfast that feels both grounding and energizing.
Notes
- This recipe can be modified by adding other toppings such as cheese or nuts for extra flavor and texture.
- Using chicken broth instead of vegetable broth can add a different depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg