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The Best Easy Gluten-Free Vegan Oatmeal!

Published: Dated: December 4, 2013 Modified: Last Modified: October 9, 2017 Christine Galvani 6 Comments This post may contain affiliate links ·

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A Hot steaming bowl of vegan oatmeal with all your favorite toppings on a brisk cool day.  All days should start this way.

Vegan Oatmeal with Maple Syrup - 24 Carrot Kitchen

 

If you are like me, you want to eat healthily, but don't have time most mornings for elaborate, time-consuming recipes.  I agree completely and created this quick basic morning gluten-free vegan oatmeal as a solution.

December is here!  The mornings are getting noticeably chillier here in New England.  Although my go-to favorite healthy breakfast in the cooler weather is oatmeal, I also happen to prefer this for breakfast year round.

Vegan Oatmeal in Bowl - 24 Carrot Kitchen

 

A few years ago, a nutritionist steered me away from the instant packaged prepared flavored oatmeal mixes that were my then breakfast of choice.  I figured, hey it's oatmeal, but the nutritionist convinced me it would be better to prepare my own from whole grain, old-fashioned rolled oats (without any added sugar).  Since then, I prepare the oatmeal fresh every morning.  And you know what?  It takes about the same time as the instant, pre-packaged variety.

Most mornings, I would make old fashioned cooking oats with a splash of maple syrup.  Sometimes, I might add a few blueberries here and there, but, in general, I was getting very bored.

So, of course, I searched around for some new exciting oatmeal recipes and options.  I tried a few recipes but ended up coming up with this version and it is my current favorite.  The toppings are crushed walnuts (slightly toasted or not), pomegranate seeds (also known as arils), some banana slices, a half teaspoon of flaxseed meal and a splash of maple syrup.  And, the nutritional benefits of this version are wonderful, but, more importantly, it is delicious!

Getting the arils out of the pomegranate is fairly easy.  My preferred method of storage is to put the arils in a plastic ziplock baggie and place in the freezer where they are ready at a moment's notice. Every morning, I place about a tablespoon of the arils in the oatmeal.  They are frozen, but it doesn't bother me and plus the oatmeal seems to heat them up a bit.

5 from 3 votes
Vegan Oatmeal with Maple Syrup - 24 Carrot Kitchen
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How to Make The Best Vegan Oatmeal!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

Just add your favorite toppings to this amazing gluten-free vegan oatmeal!

Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Breakfast
Servings: 1
Calories: 290 kcal
Author: Christine Galvani
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1 cup water (as a variation you could use 1/2 water and 1/2 milk of your choice)
  • pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts lightly toasted or not
  • 1 tablespoon pomegranate seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaxseed meal optional
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
  1. Place oats,water and pinch of salt in a pan over medium heat and cook until soft and ready - about 5 minutes.
  2. Place the oatmeal in a serving bowl and add the flaxseed meal if using, and stir to combine. Next, add the chopped nuts and pomegranate seeds. Top with the maple syrup.
  3. Note: you could use a different type of nut or fruit depending on your preferences. Lately, I have loved this combination.
  4. Double the recipe as needed for more servings.
  5. By freezing the pomegranate seeds, they will be ready at a moment's notice. I also keep the chopped nuts available in a container so they are ready as well. The mornings go smoothly this way.
  6. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
How to Make The Best Vegan Oatmeal!
Amount Per Serving
Calories 290 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 5mg0%
Potassium 271mg8%
Carbohydrates 45g15%
Fiber 5g20%
Sugar 14g16%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin C 1.6mg2%
Calcium 43mg4%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Are you new to pomegranates?  Do you want to learn how to seed a pomegranate?  I have created a how-to post that explains my favorite method.

How to Seed a Pomegranate - Fast, Easy and No Mess!

Vegan Oatmeal PIN - 24 Carrot Kitchen

 

 

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About Christine Galvani

Foodie recipe creator of delicious grain, gluten, and dairy-free recipes for 5+ years. Nature lover, adventure seeker, wife, mom, dog mom. I love to create clean eating, real food recipes that everyone loves.

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Comments

  1. GM says

    March 04, 2017 at 11:10 pm

    5 stars
    Love this oatmeal recipie

    Reply
    • Christine says

      March 06, 2017 at 9:36 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  2. Gretchen @ Two Healthy Kitchens says

    January 10, 2014 at 7:33 pm

    5 stars
    Christine this looks awesome! I have bought the prepackaged kind as well … but the ingredient lists can be super long - and full of stuff you can't see! I love that your version is totally fresh (and colorful with the pom seeds!) with a bit of crunch! Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Christine says

      January 14, 2014 at 11:28 am

      I so agree. Oatmeal can get boring and this recipe adds some pizzazz.:)

      Reply
  3. Rika says

    December 09, 2013 at 10:59 am

    5 stars
    It’s snowy here in the West Coast, nearly 5-6 inches of snow! I love healthy porridges with a wide selection of fruits. What a hearty and filling porridge, yum! Have a wonderful weekend!

    Reply
    • Christine says

      December 17, 2013 at 8:49 am

      Hi Rika,

      We have the snow too and more coming today!

      Reply

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