Protein Oatmeal {Meal Prep Breakfast}
This Protein Oatmeal is the ultimate meal prep breakfast – it’s high in fibre and protein with 18g of protein and your favourite toppings.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 296kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups large flake oats
- 4 cups almond milk
- 1/3 cup protein powder
- 2 tbsp hemp hearts
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Topping ideas
- Fresh berries
- Unsweetened shredded coconut
- Nut butter
Instructions
- Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add in rolled oats and almond milk, stirring well to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then let simmer for 3-4 minutes until oats expand and mixture thickens. Stir in protein powder, hemp hearts, pumpkin seeds, vanilla and salt then remove from heat.
- Divide mixture among 4 meal prep bowls, then top with desired toppings or store toppings in separate containers.
- Serve cold or reheat each serving in the microwave for 1-2 minutes if desired then top with fruit and enjoy!
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Notes
If you don’t have any rolled oats, try using instant oats instead.
For even more protein, stir in some non-fat Greek yogurt or sprinkle on some chia seeds.
Store individual serving sizes in the fridge for up to 5 days. Remove any toppings then microwave for 2 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 351mg | Potassium: 214mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Calcium: 361mg | Iron: 4mg