Savory Zucchini Oatmeal

Last Updated on 12/26/2020

If you’ve yet to cross over to the savory side of oats, you are in for a pleasant surprise. This dish has an enjoyable creaminess and a hint of garlic that really ties it all together. This is a great way to sneak some zucchini into your family’s diets as well as some healthy fats and protein. This Savory Zucchini Oatmeal recipe can also be found in my cookbook “The Vegetarian Family Cookbook”.

You might be skeptical about eating your morning oats in a savory fashion, but let me to tell you, they are absolutely fabulous! The subtle hint of garlic paired with zucchini, cheese, eggs and avocado is an absolute match made in heaven and something I think you will find yourself craving for mornings to come.

Savory Zucchini Oatmeal

• Quick and easy to make.
• Hearty and filling.
• Super flavorful.
• Packed with wholesome, nutrient-dense ingredients.
• Gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, vegetarian, no added sugar.

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Savory Zucchini Oatmeal

If you’ve yet to cross over to the savory side of oats, you are in for a pleasant surprise. This dish has an enjoyable creaminess and a hint of garlic that really ties it all together. This is a great way to sneak some zucchini into your family’s diets as well as some healthy fats and protein. This recipe can be found in my cookbook “The Vegetarian Family Cookbook”.

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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Entrées

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4

Author: Kristen Wood

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Ingredients

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• 4 cups water
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 2 zucchini grated
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup shredded vegetarian Parmesan or cheddar cheese
• 2 avocados peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Hemp seeds optional

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Instructions

• In a saucepan over high heat, bring the water to a boil.
• Stir in the oats, zucchini, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• Cover and reduce the heat to low.
• Simmer for 5 minutes.
• While the oats are cooking, prepare the eggs to your preference. Scrambled, fried, and soft boiled are all good choices. Set aside.
• When the oats are done cooking, turn off the heat, stir in the cheese, cover, and let sit for 1 minute.
• Divide the oats between 4 bowls. Top each bowl with 1 egg, a bit of sliced avocado, a sprinkle of parsley, and a pinch of hemp seeds (if using)

Notes

This recipe can be found in my cookbook “The Vegetarian Family Cookbook”.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 181mg | Sodium: 783mg | Potassium: 982mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 776IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 377mg | Iron: 4mg

Equipment

Rolled Oats

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