Introduction:

If you want a wholesome breakfast or dessert oat meal combined with apples and carrots along will be perfect for you. This meal has fiber along with vitamins which are a perfect combination for starting a day.

 

 

Ingredients:

1 cup rolled oats

1 medium apple (peeled, cored, and grated)

1 medium carrot (peeled and grated)

2 cups water or milk (or a combination)

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)

A pinch of salt

Chopped nuts, seeds, or dried fruits for topping (optional)

 

 

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, bring the water or milk to a boil over medium heat. Once the water reaches a boiling point, immerse the medium carrot in it along with a pinch of salt and rolled oats and allow the heat to simmer in low temperature, this would allow the rolled oats to soak in the water.

Once the rolled oats soak in the water for around 5 minutes they will soften up, that will show the water perfectly simmered.

Now take out the strained oats from the cooking pot and add in the grated apple while adding half a teaspoon of brown cinnamon in it.

Stir the mixture for even consistency and Add in the maple syrup or honey to sweeten it up if you want to.

Serve warm and sprinkle chopped nuts, dried fruits, or seeds if desired.

 

 

Success Tips:

If you’d like the end product to be thicker, consider using milk to replace water, which can include non-dairy options such as oat or almond milk.

Grating the apple and carrots finely ensures they soften quickly and blend into the oatmeal smoothly.

You can also sweeten it to your desired level; honey, maple syrup, and stevia all work great.

To enhance the flavor, start by adding a pinch of vanilla extract.

Oats are nutritious and filled with fiber that can be beneficial in maintaining the health of the heart and preventing high cholesterol levels.

Apples supply Vitamin C, fibre and antioxidants and these components promote healthy immune system and digestive health.

Carrots are a good source of beta-carotene, which helps maintain good vision and youthful skin.

This meal is high in fiber, which improves digestion while making you feel satisfied for longer, making it an ideal meal for weight control.

 

 

Nutrition Facts (2 Servings, Per Serving):

Calories: 180

Protein: 4g

Carbohydrates: 40g

Dietary Fiber: 5g

Sugars: 15g

Fat: 2g

Vitamin A: 110 % DV

Vitamin C: 10 % DV

Calcium: 4 % DV

Iron: 6 % DV

 

 

Nutritional Facts and Variations:

Replace lactose with non-dairy milk, consider oat, almond or coconut milk as an excellent substitute.

Remember: of course, you can replace the honey with agave nectar, stevia or any other sweetener of your choosing.

Add a handful of raisins, cranberries or any of your favorite dried fruit for some texture and sweetness.

Sprinkle a tablespoon of chia seeds or ground flaxseeds to get the extra omega 3 and fiber.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Can I make this oatmeal the night before and use it the next day?

Yes, it can be prepared the night before and kept in an airtight container in the fridge, which will make reheating it in the morning quite amenable.

How about instant oats, are they a good alternative for rolled ones?

Sure, instant oats can be incorporated but surely these would cook faster thereby softening the resulting dish. A slight change in the amount of water required is still in the books.

Is it possible to make this dish vegan?

Absolutely! Use plant-based milk and a vegan sweetener like maple syrup or agave.

 

 

Conclusion:

Carrot and apple oatmeal is a simple, delicious and fiber- and vitamin-rich meal. As it is easy to modify, has a pleasant taste and is edible cold or hot, it can serve as a good breakfast or a snack. Just try it and see how it sweetens your days!