Perfect and colorful breakfast with these 3 variations of oatmeal porridge with summer fruit.
Once again, I propose the porridge with its variations. Passionate about this oatmeal dish that can be enjoyed sweet or savory at breakfast.
The porridge is very old, and it is part of the culture of many countries, not just a trend. All you need at home are oat flakes (I prefer organic and whole) milk (any kind, soy, almond, cow, etc.) and/or water, and always a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor of the porridge.
In what proportion? It depends on whether you like the porridge nice and solid, or softer. Personally, I prefer porridge more creamy, so for 1/3 cup of oats, I always add 1 to 1 1/4 cups of liquids. Especially in summer, when adding raw fruit, I prefer it to be cooled, and as it cools, the porridge thickens, so a bit more liquid is good.
Often, like in today’s versions of oatmeal porridge with summer fruit, I used half water and half milk. If you prefer to use only water, the taste will be more neutral, and the oatmeal dish will not have that velvety and soft consistency.
Also because one might think, I use water to cut calories, but if a porridge with 1/3 cup oats and 3/4 cup water is 200 kcal, one with 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup milk is 235, so it’s not much of a difference.
I personally never exceed 1/3 cup of oats (I take the mini ones so in 2 minutes it’s all nicely broken down), I assure you that with 1/3 cup, you get a very large cup of porridge.
How do I prepare the porridge? Pour the liquids, the flakes, the pinch of salt into a small pot, and from the boil, count 2 minutes (for mini flakes) or 3/4 if they are large flakes. Turn off, pour into a bowl, and once lukewarm, transfer it to the fridge for the next morning.
This way, besides reducing the glycemic load, I can add fresh and juicy fruit. Or in winter, cook an apple or pear in chunks along with the porridge, add dried and fresh fruit on the table, and yum.
I don’t like adding honey or sweeteners, but it’s up to discretion. Rather, try the savory version, with tofu, or with a light cheese, like ricotta, robiola or even with Greek yogurt and cinnamon, or with a scrambled egg on top.
I like the porridge because I can reach lunchtime without needing a snack, as it is quite filling. The fibers and beta-glucans in porridge also help control cholesterol, and if you are gluten intolerant, you can find completely gluten-free oat flakes on the market.
Porridge can also be made with oat flour, but I prefer the flakes. Finally, you can also prepare porridge with whole oats.
Thus, porridge is a very quick, protein-rich, filling, delicious preparation. Just think that yesterday at the supermarket I saw bags of pre-cooked porridge, I couldn’t believe it… what does it take to make yourself a nice, fresh porridge at home!
Here are some recipes for oatmeal or other cereal porridges.
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Preparation time: 1 Minute
- Portions: Person
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer
Ingredients for Oatmeal Porridge with Summer Fruit
- 1/3 cup oat flakes (small)
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 yellow peach
- 3 walnuts
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 8 cherries
- 10 almonds
- 5 apricots
- 10 hazelnuts
How to make oatmeal porridge with summer fruit
In a saucepan, pour water and milk, add the oatmeal flakes. Bring to a gentle boil and let cook for a couple of minutes.
Turn off and transfer to a bowl if consuming immediately or to an airtight container to cool if using the next morning.
Add the summer fruit: Peach, walnuts, chia
Cherries and almonds
Apricots and hazelnuts.
If, like me, you often prepare oatmeal porridge, you know how many variations you can bring to breakfast. It’s also great with well-washed organic raisins and chia seeds. If you want sweeter porridge, try it with malt; if you want it very light, add only water to the oats.
Tips on Oatmeal Porridge
Of course, change the fruit depending on the season. Store it in the fridge for a maximum of two days. I see videos on the web where they prepare porridge with fruit inside for 7 days… but you can’t!!!! Leave only the porridge in the jar, use it in two days, and add the fruit at the last minute!!
Don’t limit yourself to using oat flakes only for porridge but also try them in soups or to make tart-like baskets or even in bread or patties or in muffins, or prepare oat milk. Oats are truly a great cereal, don’t miss out on them.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
How long can I keep porridge in the fridge?
Porridge lasts well in the fridge for a couple of days.
Can I prepare porridge the night before?
Of course, preparing porridge the night before means having breakfast ready on the table, adding whatever you prefer.
Can I make porridge with other grains?
Yes, you can make porridge with other cereal flakes like millet, buckwheat, or others.
