Advertisement
This ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features.
Close Banner
Advertisement
This ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features.

Yes, Oatmeal Can Be Savory — Try This Vegan Version With Mushrooms & Spinach

Cara Carin Cifelli
Author:
January 26, 2020
Cara Carin Cifelli
Contributing writer
By Cara Carin Cifelli
Contributing writer
Cara Carin Cifelli is a certified holistic nutritionist and chef. She earned her certification in holistic nutrition from the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, and is the founder of the website and blog, Cara's Kitchen.
Savory Breakfast Oatmeal with Avocado and Mushrooms
Image by Jackie Sobon / Contributor
January 26, 2020
We carefully vet all products and services featured on mindbodygreen using our commerce guidelines. Our selections are never influenced by the commissions earned from our links.

I am a savory girl through and through, and this oatmeal is what my breakfast dreams are made of. The creamy oatmeal is super flavorful because it is made with vegetable broth, and the combination of spinach and mushrooms is hard to beat. For something that has so few ingredients, you will be surprised by how delicious this is! 

Savory Mushroom Oatmeal 

Serves 4 

For the oats:

For the vegetables:

  • 1 tbsp. (14 g) coconut oil 
  • 1 cup (150 g) diced yellow onion 
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper 
  • 5 cups (350 g) thinly sliced cremini mushrooms 
  • 5½ cups (175 g) tightly packed spinach 
  • 2 tsp. (6 g) garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp. (30 ml) tamari or soy sauce 

For the garnish:

  • Chopped fresh chives
  • 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced 

Method:

  1. Make the oats: In a medium-size soup pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Slowly stir in the oats and cook for 5 minutes, or until they begin to thicken. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
  2. Meanwhile, make the vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the coconut oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the onion and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, then add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 9 minutes, or until cooked through. Add the spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted. Turn off the heat, add the garlic powder and tamari, and stir to combine. Set aside. 
  3. Divide the oats equally among 4 serving bowls and top each with the mushroom mixture. Garnish with chives and avocado and serve. 
  4. If making ahead of time, prepare everything as directed, except save the avocado until serving. Store the oatmeal in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve. To reheat, use a microwave or, alternatively, a saucepan with a little vegetable broth to prevent sticking. 

Reprinted with permission from Vegan Buddha Bowls by Cara Carin Cifelli, Page Street Publishing Co., 2019. Photo credit: Jackie Sobon.

Watch Next

Enjoy some of our favorite clips from classes

Watch Next

Enjoy some of our favorite clips from classes

What Is Meditation?

Mindfulness/Spirituality | Light Watkins

Box Breathing

Mindfulness/Spirituality | Gwen Dittmar

What Breathwork Can Address

Mindfulness/Spirituality | Gwen Dittmar

The 8 Limbs of Yoga - What is Asana?

Yoga | Caley Alyssa

Two Standing Postures to Open Up Tight Hips

Yoga | Caley Alyssa

How Plants Can Optimize Athletic Performance

Nutrition | Rich Roll

What to Eat Before a Workout

Nutrition | Rich Roll

How Ayurveda Helps Us Navigate Modern Life

Nutrition | Sahara Rose

Messages About Love & Relationships

Love & Relationships | Esther Perel

Love Languages

Love & Relationships | Esther Perel

Related Videos (10)

What Is Meditation?

Box Breathing

What Breathwork Can Address

The 8 Limbs of Yoga - What is Asana?

Two Standing Postures to Open Up Tight Hips

How Plants Can Optimize Athletic Performance

What to Eat Before a Workout

How Ayurveda Helps Us Navigate Modern Life

Messages About Love & Relationships

Love Languages

Advertisement
This ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features.

More On This Topic

more Food
Advertisement
This ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features.
Advertisement
This ad is displayed using third party content and we do not control its accessibility features.