Servings : 1

Minutes : 5

Ingredients : 6

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/2 cup Oats (quick or rolled)
• 1/2 cup Water
• 30 grams Vanilla Protein Powder
• 1 tbsp Sunflower Seed Butter
• 1 1/2 tsps Hemp Seeds
• 1/4 cup Strawberries (stems removed, chopped)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a small pot over medium heat, add the oats, water, and vanilla protein powder. Stir continuously and cook for two to three minutes or until the oats are fluffy and cooked through.
2. Transfer the cooked oats to a bowl.
3. Top the oatmeal with sunflower seed butter, hemp seeds, and chopped strawberries.
4. Enjoy your protein-packed and delicious oatmeal bowl!

Notes:

• Leftovers: Refrigerate any leftover oatmeal in an airtight container for up to three days.
• More Flavor: Enhance the taste by adding cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, or a pinch of sea salt.
• Additional Toppings: Get creative with toppings like maple syrup, crushed nuts, jam, chopped fruit, shredded coconut, or chia seeds.
• No Sunflower Seed Butter: Feel free to use almond butter, tahini, pumpkin seed butter, or peanut butter as an alternative.

Variations of Protein-Packed Oatmeal Bowl:

1. Chocolate Banana Protein Oatmeal:
   • Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder or chocolate protein powder to the oats while cooking.
   • Top with sliced bananas, a drizzle of almond butter, and a sprinkle of cacao nibs.
2. Berry Bliss Protein Oatmeal:
   • Use mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries) instead of strawberries.
   • Top with Greek yogurt, a handful of mixed berries, and a sprinkle of chia seeds.
3. Peanut Butter & Jelly Protein Oatmeal:
   • Swirl 1 tbsp of natural peanut butter into the cooked oats.
   • Add a spoonful of your favorite fruit preserves or jam.
   • Top with sliced strawberries or raspberries for a PB&J twist.
4. Coconut Mango Protein Oatmeal:
   • Stir in 1 tbsp shredded coconut into the oats while cooking.
   • Top with diced mango, a sprinkle of toasted coconut, and a drizzle of honey.
5. Apple Cinnamon Protein Oatmeal:
   • Add a pinch of ground cinnamon and a dash of vanilla extract to the oats while cooking.
   • Top with sliced apples, a dash of cinnamon, and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts.
6. Green Protein Oatmeal:
   • Blend a handful of baby spinach with the water before cooking the oats for a nutrient boost.
   • Top with sliced kiwi, hemp seeds, and a few fresh mint leaves.
7. Cherry Almond Protein Oatmeal:
   • Use frozen or fresh pitted cherries instead of strawberries.
   • Top with almond slices, a few cherries, and a drizzle of almond extract.
8. Pumpkin Spice Protein Oatmeal:
   • Add 2 tbsp pumpkin puree and a pinch of pumpkin spice to the oats while cooking.
   • Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds, and a dash of cinnamon.
9. Tropical Paradise Protein Oatmeal:
   • Stir in 1/4 cup diced pineapple and 1/4 cup sliced kiwi into the oats while cooking.
   • Top with shredded coconut, a few slices of mango, and a drizzle of honey.
10. Blueberry Almond Protein Oatmeal:
    • Add 1/4 cup fresh blueberries to the oats while cooking.
    • Top with sliced almonds, a handful of blueberries, and a drizzle of almond milk.
11. Caramel Apple Protein Oatmeal:
    • Stir in 1 tbsp caramel sauce or date syrup into the cooked oats.
    • Top with sliced apples, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a few caramel drizzles.
12. Cherry Chocolate Protein Oatmeal:
    • Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder or chocolate protein powder to the oats while cooking.
    • Top with pitted cherries, a sprinkle of dark chocolate chips, and a drizzle of almond butter.