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Recipe: Pumpkin chia oatmeal is simple, low-fat breakfast option

Have leftover pumpkin from your holiday celebration? Rather than letting it go to waste, consider this pumpkin chia oatmeal recipe from Jennifer Cleveland, a registered dietitian with Baylor College of Medicine.

This fiber-rich oatmeal contains 209 calories per serving, and takes less than 20 minutes to prepare.

“Oats are notable for their richness in beta-glucan, a specific soluble fiber that may help reduce serum cholesterol levels. Chia seeds are also a source of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and various minerals,” Cleveland said.

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Cleveland also notes that pumpkin is a great source of vitamins A, C, K and potassium. See recipe details below and nutritional information.

Pumpkin Chia Oatmeal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 ½ cups traditional rolled oats
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice mix
  • 2 tbsps. chia seeds

Preparation

Yield:  Three cups (4 ¾ cup servings, or 6 ½ cup servings)

  • Combine all ingredients into a medium saucepan and stir to combine. Bring to a low boil, and then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Refrigerate leftover portions and consume within four days.
  • When reheating, add a few tablespoons of water to re-hydrate, as liquid will be absorbed by the oats and chia during storage.
Recipe notes and milk alternatives
  • Cleveland suggests pairing the oatmeal with an additional protein for a balanced breakfast (Examples: Two eggs, two or three links of chicken breakfast sausage or a serving of cheese or milk.)
  • Milk: Choose 2%, 1%, or skim milk if you prefer these varieties or would like to reduce calories and fat.
  • If you prefer or require plant-based milk, soy and oat milks most closely resemble the nutrient content of dairy milk.
  • Almond and other nut-based milks typically do not have the protein and other nutrient benefits associated with dairy milk. Look for milk alternatives that are fortified with calcium and vitamin D.
Additional Resources

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