It's only fitting that I start on the blog by sharing one of my allll time favorite simple and healthy breakfast recipes. Look no further if you're looking for a filling, simple breakfast to satisfy your sweet tooth. These blueberry vanilla oats are cozy, delicious, and protein-packed too. Be ready to feel satisfied and fueled right through your morning!

Did I mention this bowl takes about 10 minutes to make? Building a balanced breakfast has never been so easy! Keep scrolling for the “how to” 😊

(Want to build this simple and healthy breakfast bowl together? Check out this quick walk-through vid!)

I would looove to see your recreations! Share your bowl and tag @isabels.plate and @itsryannnicole on Instagram, send us photos in a message, and let us know what you think of this flavor combo. Happy cooking!

P.S. Is peanut butter (or any nut butter, for that matter) a *stressful* food for you? Do you avoid it because you “don't trust yourself” to keep it in the pantry without binging on it? Highly recommend giving this episode a listen to stop feeling crazy around PB once and for all! 🥜 Or try out this episode to help get to a place where you can keep binge foods around (without binging on them)!

P.P.S. Want another quick and easy flavor combo? Here's another balanced breakfast idea!

Simple And Healthy Breakfast: Blueberry Vanilla Oats

Author: Isabel Megale Courses:Archive, Breakfast, Recipe Recipe Keys:oatmeal, oats, simple breakfast, high protein, healthy breakfast recipes

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 2 minutesCook time: 10 minutesTotal time: 12 minutesServings:1 servings Best Season:Available

Description

Looking for a simple and healthy breakfast idea to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further 🙂
Building a balanced meal in the morning doesn't have to be time-consuming! This satisfying bowl of oats is simple, quick, and high in protein. Oats in general are so versatile and easy to customize (here's another example).. but this flavor combo is sure to please!

Want to build a simple and healthy breakfast bowl together? Check out this walk through vid! 

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats (can also use quick oats!)
• 1 cup water
• splash of milk of choice
• 1 handful blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• few spoonfuls (or single serve container) vanilla greek yogurt
• handful chopped walnuts
• spoonful smooth peanut butter

Instructions

1. bring 1 cup of water to a boil on the stove, then add oats 
2. cook oats for 5-7 minutes, stirring every minute or so
3. add a splash of your milk, cinnamon, and salt and continue cooking for another few minutes 
4. while the oats cook, microwave your blueberries in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30 seconds (so they're a warm and melty)
5. transfer cooked oats to a bowl
6. top with greek yogurt, blueberries, chopped walnuts, and spoonful of peanut butter… and enjoy!

Notes

• You can find more simple, balanced meal inspo on my Instagram @isabels.plate!!
• P.S. Is peanut butter (or any nut butter for that matter) a *stressful* food for you? Do you avoid it because you “don't trust yourself” to keep it in the pantry without binging on it? Highly recommend giving this episode a listen to stop feeling crazy around PB once and for all! Or try out this episode to help get to a place where you can keep binge foods around (without binging on them)!

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