EVOO Oatmeal
Extra virgin olive oil complements the sweeter flavors of the bananas and blueberries nicely, creating a savory, almost umami taste in this oatmeal bowl.
Filed Under: Mediterranean Diet, Vegetarian & Vegan Diet, Main dishes, Breakfast, Vegetarian, Vegan, Oats, Quick & Easy
Active time
5 minutesTotal time
10 minutesYield
1 servingNutrition
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Ingredients
½ cup rolled oats
1 cup water
1 tablespoon EVOO
2-3 dashes of salt (about ⅛ teaspoon)
2-3 dashes of pepper (about ⅛ teaspoon)
½ teaspoon maple syrup
¼ cup fresh blueberries
½ banana, sliced
¼ cup shelled walnuts
Instructions
- Combine water, salt, pepper, and oatmeal in a bowl and microwave for 2 minutes, 15 seconds.
- Remove the bowl from the microwave and add blueberries, banana, and olive oil, stirring well.
- Return to microwave, and cook on high for 1 minute, 15 seconds.
- Remove the bowl and add walnuts, maple syrup, and pepper to taste.
Recipe and photo courtesy the North American Olive Oil Association.
Nutrition
Calories: 550Total Fat: 37g
Saturated Fat: 4.5g
Sodium: 290mg
Carbohydrate: 52g
Fiber: 8g
Sugar: 14g (Added Sugar: 2g)
Protein: 11g
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