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Savory Oatmeal A rustic food photography shot of a savory oatmeal bowl topped with a sunny-side-up egg, sautéed mushrooms, and wilted spinach, served in a white ceramic bowl on a dark wooden table, natural light, shallow depth of field, high detail, warm tones, professional food styling.

Savory Oatmeal

This savory oatmeal is a warm, comforting meal that’s packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for a cozy breakfast or light dinner.
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Course: Breakfast, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy oatmeal recipe, hearty oatmeal, oatmeal with vegetables, savory oatmeal
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 245kcal
Cost: $2

Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 4 mushrooms sliced
  • 1 teaspoon butter or substitute with oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup vegetable broth or chicken broth for a non-vegetarian version
  • ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture, use rolled oats, not instant
  • ½ cup spinach roughly chopped
  • ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil adds a nutty flavor

Instructions

  • Mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and slice the mushrooms.
  • Add the butter, garlic, and ginger to a small saucepot. Sauté over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the mushrooms to the saucepot and continue to sauté for another 3-4 minutes, or until the mushrooms have softened and reduced.
    A top-down view of sliced mushrooms being sautéed in a stainless steel saucepan, lightly browned, simple cooking scene, white marble background, natural lighting, realistic texture, clean and minimal food photography.
  • Pour the vegetable broth into the saucepot and increase the heat to medium-high. Bring the broth to a boil.
  • Once the broth reaches a boil, add the rolled oats and stir to combine. Let the mixture return to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the oats are soft and the mixture has thickened.
    An overhead cooking process shot of rolled oats being poured from a metal measuring cup into a saucepan with mushrooms and broth, mid-action pour, white marble countertop, bright natural light, sharp focus, minimalistic kitchen style.
  • While the oats are simmering, roughly chop the spinach. Stir the spinach into the thickened oats along with the toasted sesame oil.
    A top-down view of a stainless steel saucepan filled with creamy savory oatmeal mixed with sautéed mushrooms and fresh spinach, spoon inside the pot, clean white marble background, soft natural lighting, realistic food photography.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding salt if needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Savory oatmeal is a simple, customizable dish that can easily be made vegetarian or vegan by adjusting the broth and oil choices. Perfect for starting your day on a healthy note or as a satisfying lunch!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 245kcal (12%) | Carbohydrates: 35g (12%) | Protein: 8g (16%) | Fat: 9g (14%) | Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) | Cholesterol: 10mg (3%) | Sodium: 995mg (43%) | Potassium: 475mg (14%) | Fiber: 5g (21%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 2500IU (50%) | Vitamin C: 9mg (11%) | Calcium: 40mg (4%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)
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