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cauliflower oatmeal topped with berries
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Creamy Cauliflower Oatmeal with Rolled Oats

Deliciously creamy, protein-packed Cauliflower Oatmeal ready to enjoy in just 10 minutes! This easy oatmeal recipe is loaded with protein from egg whites and nutrient-rich veggies from cauliflower for a SUPER satisfying breakfast. Options to add your favorite protein powder and other delicious mix-ins.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: BREAKFAST
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 263kcal
Author: Dani Spies

Ingredients

  • 1/3-1/2 cup (35g) Old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 cup (100g) frozen cauliflower rice
  • 1/2 cup (135g) egg whites
  • 1/2 scoop (14g) vanilla protein powder I use Tera’s Whey
  • Cinnamon + berries!

Instructions

  • Place oatmeal and water in a small saucepan and cook for two minutes, stirring occasionally.
    oatmeal and water in a small saucepan
  • Stir in cauliflower rice and cook for another 1-2 minutes. You want the oats and cauliflower to be warm but not hot (if the oats are too hot, the egg whites will scramble).
    adding riced cauliflower to pot of oats cooking in water
  • Slowly stir in the egg whites and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Do this slowly over a low-medium heat, so the egg whites temper and become nice and creamy. You will know the oats are done because they will nearly double in size and will be super fluffy and creamy.
    cooking cauliflower with oatmeal in a small saucepan
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and stir in protein powder and cinnamon. Add your favorite toppings (I love fresh berries + nut butter!) and enjoy!
    cauliflower oatmeal in a bowl topped with berries and cinnamon

Microwave

  • Place oatmeal and water in a microwave safe bowl (I like using a spouted glass cup). Microwave for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in cauliflower and microwave for another 1-2 minutes. You want the oats and cauliflower to be warm but not super hot (if the oats are too hot, the egg whites will scramble).
  • Slowly stir in the egg whites and cook for another 1-2 minutes (checking and stirring after one minute). You will know the oats are done because they will nearly double in size and will be super fluffy and creamy.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and stir in protein powder and cinnamon, and add your favorite toppings.

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Notes

Make ahead: For busier mornings you can prep this oatmeal the night before. Cook as directed, then store in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Reheat either on the stovetop or in the microwave with a splash of almond milk or water. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to about 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 836mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 77mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 2mg