Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it can also be the busiest. Rushing to work meetings, wrangling all the kids into the car... the mornings are often jam packed! The good news is that your breakfasts can be jam packed with veggies, proteins and delicious flavors to keep you going for the whole day!
Oatmeal is a GREAT breakfast that you can have again … and again … and again! There are so many ways to mix it up, and it requires minimal prep, effort and time.
In this blog post, we share a few ideas on how to diversify your regular old oatmeal into something chef-worthy! ;)
Proper Good Oatmeals are all ready within 60 seconds, and require no water or refrigeration. Below are some recipes for Savory Oatmeals that use Proper Good's Perfectly Plain Oatmeal, so you can add your favorite toppings and flavors! And, it's so tasty and filling, it's also an excellent breakfast for dinner option!
Savory Oatmeal Recipes
Traditional Breakfast Oatmeal
A quick and easy savory oatmeal recipe to add some flavor and protein to your morning meal!
Ingredients
1 pouch Proper Good Plain Oatmeal
1 egg, fried or poached
2 strips bacon
1 green onion, thinly sliced
Method
1. Warm Proper Good Plain Oatmeal in a microwave or in a small pot on the stovetop.
2. Pour into a bowl and top with egg, bacon and green onions.
Meat Lovers Oatmeal
This simple recipe takes oatmeal to the next level! It's topped with cheese, sausage and ham so you'll be fueled up for the whole morning.
Ingredients
1 pouch Proper Good Plain Oatmeal
1/4 c crumbled breakfast sausage
1/4 c diced ham
Sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese
Method
1. Warm Proper Good Plain Oatmeal in a microwave or in a small pot on the stovetop.
2. Add breakfast sausage, diced ham and cheddar cheese on top.
Asian Inspired Oatmeal
A savory oatmeal recipe, made with all of your favorite Asian flavors and ingredients!
Ingredients
1 pouch Proper Good Plain Oatmeal
1 Tbl oil
1 fried egg
1/4 c steamed spinach
1/4 c matchstick carrots
1/4 c sliced mushrooms
Sesame seeds and Sriracha sauce, to taste
Method
1. Warm Proper Good Plain Oatmeal in a microwave or small pot on the stovetop.
2. In a small pan over medium high heat add oil and fry the egg. Remove egg from pan and lightly cook spinach, carrot and mushrooms.
3. Place ingredients on oatmeal and top with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and Sriracha sauce.
Bone Broth Oatmeal
A delicious combo of your two Proper Good favorites! This recipe features our oatmeal, bone broth and some tasty veggies.
Ingredients
1 pouch Proper Good Plain Oatmeal
1 pouch Proper Good Bone Broth
1 soft boiled egg
1/4 cup your favorite vegetables (mushrooms, onions, peppers)
Method
1. Warm Proper Good Plain Oatmeal in a microwave or small pot on the stovetop.
2. Meanwhile, warm one pouch of Proper Good Bone Broth and vegetables.
3. Combine warm ingredients and top with soft boiled egg.
Mexican Breakfast Oatmeal
Love Proper Good's Southwest Chili? Then you'll be obsessed with this delicious recipe for Mexican inspired oatmeal!
Ingredients
1 pouch Proper Good Plain Oatmeal
1 fried egg
1/4 c black beans
1/4 c corn
1/2 avocado, cut in slices
Salsa, to taste
Method
1. Warm Proper Good Plain Oatmeal in a microwave or small pot on the stovetop.
2. Top warm oatmeal with egg, black beans, corn, avocado and salsa. Enjoy!
Cajun Shrimp Oatmeal
Add a little seafood to your morning meal! Enjoy this scrumptious, savory oatmeal recipe made with shrimp.
Ingredients
1 pouch Proper Good Plain Oatmeal
2 Tbl butter
1 Tbl Cajun seasoning
4-5 shrimp, cooked
1 green onion, thinly sliced
Method
1. Warm Proper Good Plain Oatmeal in a microwave or small pot on the stovetop.
2. In a pan over medium high heat, melt butter. Add Cajun seasoning and shrimp. Saute until warm and coated throughout.
3. Top oatmeal with shrimp and sauce. Sprinkle with sliced green onions. Yum!
Vegan Breakfast Oatmeal
A tasty plant-based oatmeal recipe made with fresh vegetables and vegan cheese!
Ingredients
1 pouch Proper Good Plain Oatmeal
2 Tbl oil
1/4 c onion, diced
1/4 c sliced mushrooms
1/4 c bell peppers, diced
Sprinkle vegan shredded cheese
Method
1. Warm Proper Good Plain Oatmeal in a microwave or small pot on the stovetop.
2. In a pan over medium high heat, add oil and vegetables. Saute for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.
3. Pour vegetables over warm oatmeal. Top with a sprinkle of your favorite vegan shredded cheese.
Feeling hungry yet? We sure are! ;) If you feel like trying EVEN MORE savory oatmeal toppings, here are a few more favorites.
8 More Savory Topping Ideas For Your Oatmeal
Hamburger
Tasty hamburger flavors can be enjoyed without the bun! Cook ground beef, spoon it on top of your oatmeal, and add your favorite assortment of hamburger toppings. The fiber-rich oatmeal keeps you feeling full for hours, while savory hamburger “copycat” flavors keep oatmeal feel really indulgent!
A few additional hamburger topping ideas are shredded lettuce, onion, pickles, shredded cheese, or tomatoes!
Smoked sausage and veggies
Another way to add smoky flavor to oatmeal is by topping it with smoked sausage! Smoked sausage has been cured with the use of aromatic wood, which is burned to produce smoke. The smoke gives the sausage a distinctive flavor and extends its storage life.
Lightly cooking smoked sausage with complementary vegetables can give your oatmeal a unique, savory flavor. These veggies could be roasted kale, bell pepper, or jalapeno pepper.
Crushed pretzels
Fewer things are more satisfying than a salty, crunchy pretzel. When it comes to adding savory flavors to your oatmeal, why not crunch up pretzels and add them on top? Better yet, add a sprinkle of shredded cheese to build your own ballpark pretzel + oatmeal … but much healthier and more satiating!
There are even grain-free pretzels available for those looking to avoid gluten.
Nuts and seeds
Nuts and seeds are good sources of protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Nuts and seeds regulate body weight because their fats are not fully absorbed. They also regulate food intake and help burn energy.
Add nutty crunch and flavor to your oatmeal by sprinkling a nut or seed on top! If you don’t want to bother with buying nuts or seeds separately, Proper Good oatmeal blends include nuts or seeds to stir in!
A couple of our favorites are:
- Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal (pumpkin seeds … yum!)
- Caramel Pecan Oatmeal (pecans)
Breakfast bowl
Oatmeal is a filling breakfast all on its own, but what if you’re craving other breakfast foods, too? Why, you can just spoon them on top of your oatmeal of course! Problem solved. ;)
Try making scrambled eggs and bacon and placing on top of your oatmeal for an all-in-one breakfast meal! Hot sauce or everything but the bagel seasoning can add tasty flavor as well.
Portobello mushrooms
For those who are vegetarian or vegan, meat substitutes are key to a savory meal. If you don’t eat ground beef, bacon, or smoked sausage, portobello mushrooms are an awesome solution. Portobello mushrooms have a texture and flavor that fits in nicely with a variety of dishes. They can also be marinated and grilled without falling apart (which can sometimes be tricky with tofu).
If you’re looking to top your oatmeal with portobello mushrooms, try marinating first before cooking. This easy marinade combines balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne and rosemary for ultimate deliciousness! The mushrooms only need 10 minutes to absorb the flavor, then pop them on the grill for 3-4 minutes per side.
Guacamole
No need to go to a restaurant for fresh guacamole! With the right ingredients, you can easily make guacamole at home. And to achieve extra creamy texture, guacamole can be added on top of your oatmeal!
Guacamole consists of avocados, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime, tomatoes and salt. Easy peasy!
Chili
A few spoonfuls of chili is just the trick to add heartiness and savoriness to your oatmeal! Proper Good southwest chili includes plant-based ingredients, such as meatless crumbles, beans, poblanos, and corn. This chili blend includes 19 grams of pea protein and zero grams of sugar, making it the ideal savory topping for your oatmeal!
If you’d like a little extra crunch, try topping with crushed tortilla chips!
So many oatmeal toppings, so little time! We hope that you’ll come back to this list again and again, every time you’re in the mood for something a little savory to go on top of your oatmeal.
