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Wholesome Savory Oatmeal Bowl with Egg and Avocado

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A quick, easy, and hearty savory oatmeal bowl featuring creamy avocado and a runny egg, perfect for a comforting and nourishing breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (40 g) rolled oats (old-fashioned recommended)
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz / 240 ml) water or broth (vegetable or chicken broth for extra savoriness)
  • 1 large egg (poached, fried, or soft-boiled)
  • 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced or mashed
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: red pepper flakes, chopped fresh herbs (chives or parsley), feta or goat cheese crumbles, toasted nuts or seeds

Instructions

  1. Cook the oats: In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water or broth to a gentle boil. Stir in 1/2 cup of rolled oats. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 to 7 minutes until the oats are tender but still have some bite.
  2. Cook the egg: While the oats cook, prepare your egg. For a fried egg, heat a teaspoon of olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Crack the egg in and cook until the whites are set but the yolk is still runny, about 2 to 3 minutes. For poached eggs, bring a small pot of water to a simmer, add a splash of vinegar, and gently drop in the cracked egg, cooking for about 3 minutes.
  3. Mash the avocado: Slice or scoop out 1/2 a ripe avocado into a small bowl and mash lightly with a fork. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Assemble the bowl: Spoon the cooked oats into your serving bowl. Swirl in the mashed avocado so it blends with the oats, creating a creamy base. Carefully place the cooked egg on top.
  5. Season and garnish: Sprinkle salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes or herbs over the top. Drizzle with olive oil. Add crumbled feta or toasted seeds if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook the oats to avoid mushiness; they should be tender but still have some bite. Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture. Cooking the egg to preferred doneness is key—runny yolk blends well with oats. Add a splash of water or broth if oats become too thick. Optional toppings like fresh herbs, red pepper flakes, or cheese add flavor and texture. For vegan version, skip the egg and add hummus or nutritional yeast.

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