Pear Cranberry Oatmeal with Toasted Walnuts

Name: Pear Cranberry Oatmeal with Toasted Walnuts
Prep time: 10
Cook time: 25

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4.3 out of 5 stars (based on 11 reviews)

10 min prep

4 servings

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8 ingredients

Here is a deliciously easy way to start your day. The tart dried cranberries and sweet fresh pears are a match made in heaven, and the toasted walnuts bring a savory crunch and healthy...

1 ⅓ cups rolled oats
2 ⅔ cups water
Generous pinch of sea salt
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
2 small pears (firm but ripe)
2-3 tablespoons walnut pieces, lightly toasted
1 diced banana (optional)
Milk or yogurt of your choice, to taste (see Chef Tips)

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

184 cals

Fat

5 g

Saturated Fat

1 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

3 g

Monounsaturated Fat

1 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Sugar

14 g

Fiber

6 g

Protein

4 g

Sodium

36 mg

Directions

Combine the oats, water, salt, and cranberries in a pan. Bring to a boil, stir well, and then lower the heat to a simmer. Cook, covered, for about 10 minutes, stirring the oatmeal from time to time so that it doesn’t stick.
While the oatmeal is cooking, halve the pears and scoop out the cores with a teaspoon. Cut the pears into a small dice. When the oatmeal has finished cooking, stir in the diced pears until well mixed. Cover and turn the heat off. Leave the oatmeal and pears for 5 minutes to steam. While you’re waiting, roughly chop the walnuts. Set aside.
Serve the oatmeal with a sprinkle of walnuts, some diced banana if desired, and the milk or yogurt of your choice on the side.

Chef Tips

If you would like a dairy-free alternative to yogurt, try this with our Sweet Vegan Cashew Dessert Cream.

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Pear Cranberry Oatmeal with Toasted Walnuts