Perfect as a nourishing vegan breakfast, this turmeric oatmeal is warming, lightly spiced and so healthy. Refined sugar free. Can be vegan and gluten free.
Is there anything better than warm oatmeal or porridge on a chilly morning? It might just be my favourite vegan breakfast, and I LOVE breakfast.
I've recently started making it with turmeric, ginger and cinnamon and it's the most comforting, spiced bowl of goodness that I've had in a long time!
Plus, it's really easy to make, so ideal when you only have a few minutes to spend making a healthy breakfast.
Top this turmeric oatmeal with berries, your favourite fruits and seeds for an energy-boosting start to the day.
GOLDEN TURMERIC OATMEAL - RECIPE NOTES
There's not much to this recipe - it's very easy and almost impossible to get wrong!
One thing I love to do to make my oatmeal extra creamy is to soak my oats overnight before cooking. I simply cover them in water, then the next morning I drain and rinse them in a sieve before adding them to a saucepan with my favourite milk and spices.
I find that not only does this improve the texture, but it also helps me digest the oats way better. It's different for everyone, but I highly recommend trying it if oats give you any digestive issues!
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FAQS
Of course! Just be aware that using steel cut oats may mean the oatmeal takes a little longer to cook, as they're a bit more solid than regular rolled oats. You might also find that soaking steel cut oats is helpful (see my note on soaking above).
Yes, but it's not that strong. I find using just ¼ teaspoon of turmeric gives the oatmeal a nice warming flavour, but not so much that it's overpowering. Feel free to use less though if that's still too much for you.
Many! I'm not a nutritionist so can't speak to this specifically, but turmeric is well known as an anti-inflammatory. You can find more information on its many health benefits here.
Black pepper is known to help with absorption of turmeric, that's why I've added a pinch to this recipe!
Golden Turmeric Oatmeal
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats (use gluten free if needed)
- 1¼ cups your favourite plant milk (I like almond or oat)
- ¼ teaspoon powdered turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon powdered ginger
- Pinch black pepper
- Maple syrup or date paste to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except sweetener to a pan and gently bring mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat until just simmering, and continue to cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture has thickened.
- Add your favourite sweetener to taste, and pour the oatmeal into a bowl.
- Add your favourite toppings (I like berries, mango and seeds) and enjoy!
If you’ve tried these turmeric oats, please leave a comment or tip for others below. I'd love to know how you’ve made it your own!
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Brooke
Delicious!
Elizabeth
Thanks so much Brooke! Glad you liked. 🙂
Kate McCammon
I just made this and it was literally the most perfect, cozy, and soothing start to my morning! I think this is going to be a winter go-to for me!
Elizabeth
That makes me so happy to har Kate! So glad you loved it - it's a warming one that's for sure.