Savory Oatmeal

Name: Savory Oatmeal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 medium tomato, chopped; 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats; 1 garlic clove, minced; 3 Greek olives, chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; Optional: Additional chopped fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, sunny-side up large egg and additional virgin olive oil

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield 1 serving

Test Kitchen Approved

Who says oatmeal has to be sweet? This savory oatmeal combines garlic, tomatoes and basil for a breakfast that will keep you going till lunch, or a cozy dinner-in-a-bowl you'll look forward to all day.

Ingredients

1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1 garlic clove, minced
3 Greek olives, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
Optional: Additional chopped fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, sunny-side up large egg and additional virgin olive oil

Directions

In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in tomato, oats and garlic; reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in olives and basil. Add toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 222 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 761mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Who says oatmeal has to be sweet? I love this recipe because it starts my day in a healthy, fulfilling way. The fresh garlic, tomatoes and basil are bright notes in a breakfast that keeps me satisfied until lunch. The oatmeal gives me protein and fiber, and I add a splash of extra virgin olive oil at the end for heart health. —Roland McAmis Jr., Greeneville, Tennessee

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