[RECIPE] Savoury Mushroom Oatmeal

Oatmeal isn’t just a breakfast delight – it’s a versatile grain that you can use in tasty savoury dinner options for a healthful way to end your day.

Mushrooms add an additional source of fibre, without too many calories. They are also a source of plant-based protein, B vitamins and antioxidants.

Ingredients

For the oats:

• 1 tsp oil
• ¼ tsp crushed garlic
• 1 cup rolled oats, cooked
• 2 cups water
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the mushrooms:

• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• Pinch of salt

Toppings:

• 1 poached egg
• Fresh basil

Oats are a great complex carb source, which digest more slowly. You’ll also get some plant protein and a beneficial form of soluble fibre known as beta-glucan, which can aid digestion, improve gut health and help to stabilise blood sugar levels. Soluble fibre is also very satiating, which could help keep you feeling full for longer.

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a pan.
2. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Add oats and stir while adding all the water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 3-4 minutes until mixture thickens into a porridge-like consistency and oats are cooked. Add more water if needed.
4. In a pan, heat olive oil and add the mushrooms. Cook on high heat for a few minutes until mushrooms are golden brown. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
5. To serve, top oats with mushrooms, poached egg, and a sprinkle of spring onions.

Author: Pedro van Gaalen

When he’s not writing about sport or health and fitness, Pedro is probably out training for his next marathon or ultra-marathon. He’s worked as a fitness professional and as a marketing and comms expert. He now combines his passions in his role as managing editor at Fitness magazine.

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