Healthy Flaxseed Oatmeal

This Healthy Flaxseed Oatmeal recipe is the perfect low-carb breakfast recipe with tons of health benefits and is loaded with fiber to help keep you full. Top this with chia seeds, almonds, blueberries, or other favorites.

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This post was originally published in January 2019. It has since been updated.

FOR THE FULL LIST OF INGREDIENTS AND COMPREHENSIVE INSTRUCTIONS, PLEASE SEE THE RECIPE CARD AT THE END OF THIS POST. BEFORE YOU SCROLL, THERE’S IMPORTANT INFORMATION IN THIS BLOG POST.

Oatmeal has always been a huge part of my morning routine. For years, it was all I ever ate for breakfast. This version is made with ground flaxseed, a superfood, loaded with healthy fats. When used in this recipe, it produces an oatmeal-like texture. I’m in love with the texture. This dish reminds me a lot of porridge or Cream of Wheat.

What is Flaxseed? Flaxseed Benefits

Just one tablespoon of flaxseeds provides a good amount of protein, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, in addition to being a rich source of some vitamins and minerals. Flax seeds are a rich source of the omega-3 fatty acid ALA. Plant-based ALA fatty acids are proven to have heart health benefits and are linked to a lower risk of stroke.

They are rich in fiber. Soluble fiber increases the consistency of the contents of your intestine and slows down your digestion rate. This has been shown to help regulate blood sugar and lower cholesterol.

What Are Hemp Hearts? Hemp Heart Benefits

Instead of adding rolled oats to the recipe I like to use hemp hearts. You can also swap them for rolled oats!

Hemp seeds come from the hemp plant. They do not contain THC. Hemp hearts have so many nutrition benefits. Hemp hearts have a unique fatty acid profile and are loaded with Omega 3s. You can read more about Hemp Hearts Health Benefits here.

The seeds have a mild flavor. You can even toss them on salads or other veggies.

Two tablespoons of hemp seeds have six grams of fat, 2 grams of fiber, and 15% of your daily Vitamin A requirement, and 25% of your daily iron requirement. Because hemp seeds are mostly fiber, they have little to zero net carbs.

How to Make Flaxseed Oatmeal

Detailed measurements and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

1. Place a saucepan on medium-high heat. Add unsweetened almond milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and stir.
2. Next, add in hemp seed hearts and flax seed meal. Change the heat on the stove to medium heat. Stir.
3. Stir in the sweetener. Keep the mixture on the heat (uncovered) until the oatmeal thickens.

How Does the Oatmeal Taste?

It’s pretty thick. You can thin it out by adding more liquid. It will take on the taste of whatever you add to it. If you like sweet cereal, be sure to add sweetener. Loading it up with fresh fruit is delicious as well.

Can You Make Overnight Oats?

If you prefer to eat overnight oats, add all of the ingredients to 2 mason jars. You can also use 1 jar, but this recipe makes 2 servings. Refrigerate overnight and toss with your toppings when you are ready to eat.

Substitutions and Toppings Ideas

• Chia Seeds
• Almond Butter
• Monkfruit Chocolate Chips
• Strawberries
• Plain Greek yogurt

Freezer Tips

You can freeze cooked oatmeal for up to 6 months, tightly sealed and covered. Defrost overnight in the fridge.

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