Oats are the perfect way to start the day, packed with heart-healthy dietary fibre and important nutrients such as B vitamins, vitamin E and iron. Oats are an excellent source of soluble fibre, which has been scientifically proven to lower total cholesterol and ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol, which helps reduce the risk of heart disease.
Serves: 1–2
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Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced strawberries
- 2 tsp flaked almonds
- 1 tsp hemp seeds
- Raw honey to taste (optional)
Method
- Place oats, water, milk and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat and cook with the lid on for 5 mins.
- Add strawberries and almond flakes and cook for a further 10 mins until oats are soft and creamy. Add more milk or water if needed.
- Top with extra strawberries, hemp and almonds to serve. Add honey if desired.
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