Creamy Blueberry-Pecan Oatmeal

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In this satisfying, on-the-go oatmeal recipe, protein-rich Greek yogurt, crunchy pecans and sweet berries make this the perfect healthy breakfast. Short on time in the morning? Try our overnight oatmeal variation.

Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 serving
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water

  • Pinch of salt

  • ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats

  • ½ cup blueberries, fresh or frozen, thawed

  • 2 tablespoons nonfat plain Greek yogurt

  • 1 tablespoon toasted chopped pecans

  • 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup

Directions

  1. Bring water and salt to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in oats, reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, cover and let stand 2 to 3 minutes. Top with blueberries, yogurt, pecans and syrup.

Tips

Overnight oats variation: Combine 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats with 1/2 cup water and a pinch of salt in a jar or bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, add toppings. Eat cold or heat up. Makes about 1 cup.

Steel-cut oats variation: Bring 1 cup water and a pinch of salt to a boil in a small saucepan. Add 1/3 cup steel-cut oats, reduce heat to a bare simmer, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 2 to 3 minutes. Add toppings. Makes about 1 cup.

People with celiac disease or gluten-sensitivity should use oats that are labeled “gluten-free,” as oats are often cross-contaminated with wheat and barley.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

291 Calories
8g Fat
49g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Serving Size 1 1/2 cups
Calories 291
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 49g 18%
Dietary Fiber 6g 23%
Total Sugars 18g
Added Sugars 9g 18%
Protein 9g 18%
Total Fat 8g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Vitamin A 45IU 1%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Folate 27mcg 7%
Sodium 165mg 7%
Calcium 61mg 5%
Iron 2mg 12%
Magnesium 129mg 31%
Potassium 298mg 6%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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