This superfood oatmeal is a staple in our house. I always have the ingredients on hand and it never disappoints. I love knowing that I’m starting my day with the macro and micro nutrients that are going to fuel my body.
Katie and I went back and forth about whether or not simple recipes, like this one, should get a blog post. So we decided to poll all of you and most of you wanted recipes like this on the blog. Whether it actually serves as a recipe or whether it is just a reminder to make it, here you go!
This simple superfood oatmeal recipe takes only a few minutes to make and leaves me full all morning. Typically, just eating carbs in the morning will fill you up temporarily, but it doesn’t last. That is why I fill my oatmeal with things like hemp hearts, chia seeds and nuts or seeds. They add protein, fiber and healthy fats.
What makes these ingredients superfoods?
If you’re a health nut like me and are interested in why I’m calling my “add-ins” superfoods, let me share some information with you. Let’s start with hemp hearts. Hemp hearts are a great source of plant-based protein. 2-3 tablespoons give you 11 grams of protein. They are also high in healthy essential fatty acids (omega 3 & 6) and many minerals like magnesium, calcium, iron and more. To learn more about these powerhouse seeds, here is an article.
Next up are chia seeds! Chia seeds are low in calories, but high in nutrients. They are high in fiber, have some protein and are a great source of both magnesium and manganese (which most people are deficient in). They are also a healthy fat. If you’re interested in reading more about the health benefits of chia seeds, you can read this article.
Nuts and seeds are an excellent source of healthy fat. Fat has gotten a bad rap, but really healthy fats, like nuts, seeds, coconut and cooking oils are actually really healthy and important to our health. They keep us full longer and help fuel our cells and our brain function. These, are what will keep you full until lunch!
Wild blueberries vs. regular blueberries
What is the difference? It wasn’t until a few years ago, when I learned that wild blueberries are actually more nutritious. Here’s why. It comes down to the size mostly. Blueberries are potent anti-oxidants that contain anthocyanin. It is found in the skin of the blueberry. So cup for cup, the smaller, wild blueberries are going to give you more. They are also “wild”, which means they were required to adapt more to their surroundings while growing and have more nutrients to give to those who consume them. I get my frozen wild blueberries at Trader Joes. They are extremely reasonable in price!
Ok – blueberries
Good- organic blueberries
Better- wild blueberries
Best – organic wild blueberries
Last, but definitely not least is chocolate. I add dark chocolate chips for sweetness. They aren’t overly sweet, but they give it a little boost. (Dark) chocolate also has health benefits. It is high in minerals and a great source of antioxidants. Here is an article that share more about the benefits.
I hope that I have convinced you to give this oatmeal a shot. If you eat oatmeal regularly, you should at least throw on some healthy toppings! Here is the recipe for our superfood oatmeal and if you’re looking for other superfood recipes, here is our favorite Immune Boosting Chicken and Vegetable Soup.
Superfood Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 1 serving oats
- 1/4 cup frozen wild blueberries
- 1 Tbsp. chia seeds
- 2 Tbsp. dark chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp. nuts or seeds (Use whatever you have/like)
- 1 Tbsp. hemp hearts
- 1 scoop collagen powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- water (whatever it says on your package)
Instructions
- In a microwavable safe bowl, combine one serving of oats, water, blueberries, and chia seeds.
- Stir and microwave for 1 – 1.5 minutes, mixing about half way through.
- Once the oats are soft, but not dry, take out and stir in the collagen powder.
- Top with the chocolate chips, nuts/seeds, and hemp hearts.
- Enjoy right away!
