Recipes: Breakfast
Blood Orange and Pistachio Oatmeal
Blood Orange and Pistachio Oatmeal
Description
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Blood oranges contain antioxidants, and are a great source of vitamin C, A and potassium.
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Pistachios may help lower your chance of heart disease by providing antioxidants and heart healthy fats.
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Oatmeal is a fiber-rich, whole grain which can help lower cholesterol.
Oatmeal is a quick and easy, heart healthy breakfast that can be made in a variety of ways. Include a nut/seed and a fruit for a balanced breakfast!
Ingredients
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1/2 cup irish oats
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1 cup low-fat milk
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1 blood orange, segmented
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1 tablespoon pistachios, chopped
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1 teaspoon honey
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zest of one blood orange
Instructions
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Bring the milk to a boil first, then drop the temp down to a gentle simmer and add the oats. Simmer for three minutes, stirring here and there. Then shut off the heat and move the pot off the burner.
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Cover and rest for five minutes. Let the oats absorb the milk without stirring or simmering.
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Portion into bowl and mix in honey, and zest of blood orange. Top with orange segments and pistachios
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Enjoy as a convenient and heart healthy breakfast!
Notes
- This recipe is easily doubled, multiply the recipe to meal prep for the week or for your whole family!
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