Nutrient-Dense Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 1 handful of organic baby spinach (about 1 cup)
- 1 organic banana (OR ½ banana OR ½ cup berries OR 2-3 Medjool dates OR omit completely)
- 1 scoop Organixx OrganiGreens
- 1 cup non-dairy milk (e.g., nut/oat/hemp/coconut milk)
- ½ cup gluten-free oats
Optional toppings:
- Walnuts/pecans, shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, berries or other fresh fruit, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, stevia
Instructions
- In a blender, blend up spinach, banana, OrganiGreens with milk until smooth.
- Pour into a small pot and stir in oats.
- Cook over medium heat until oatmeal begins to bubble. Turn down heat to low and cook, stirring continuously, until desired thickness is reached (3-7 minutes).
- Top with desired toppings and enjoy!
Notes
Makes 1 bowl. Per serving (based on using organic banana and oat milk):
Calories: 385
Total Fat: 5g
Total Carbohydrate: 84g
Dietary Fiber: 19g
Sugars: 28g
Protein: 11g
Ingredients Highlights
Bananas are rich in potassium and fiber which help to lower blood pressure and support heart health.
Nut milks are a form of non-dairy milk made from nuts soaked in water and blended into a creamy beverage. Some popular nut milks on the market include almond, macadamia, cashew, walnut, pistachio, and hazelnut. Other non-dairy milks you can use in your recipes include soy milk, lite coconut milk, and oat milk.
Oats are technically gluten-free because they aren’t a type of wheat, barley, or rye grain. However, if you have celiac or a significant gluten sensitivity, look for oats that are certified gluten-free to ensure no cross-contamination.
OrganiGreens is a certified organic greens juice powder. It’s made with 17 superfoods and botanicals, many sprouted or fermented to multiply and magnify their nutritional value.
One of many nutrient-dense leafy greens, spinach can improve digestion, flush bodily toxins, and promote skin health.
My comment is the same as Martha Ortega!!
64 net carbs and 28 sugars???????????????
Ruth
Hi Ruth,
Thanks for your feedback. Please know that you are welcome to adjust the recipe to your liking, however, it may change the nutritional value.
Do let us know if you decide to give it a try. We'd love to hear how it turns out for you.
Wishing you a happy & healthy day.
Wait. This is 64 net carbs and 28 sugars. How can this be good? Not counting the toppings!
Hi Martha,
Thanks for your feedback. Please know that you are welcome to adjust the recipe to your liking, however, it will change the nutritional value.
Do let us know if you decide to give it a try. We'd love to hear how it turns out for you.
Wishing you a happy & healthy day.