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Apple cinnamon anti-inflammatory oatmeal topped with diced apples and pecans

Anti-Inflammatory Oatmeal In Less Than 5 Minutes

Oatmeal is a quick, inexpensive breakfast that fits well into an anti-inflammatory eating pattern. This 5-minute version is packed with fiber and can be customized with fruit, nuts, seeds, and other toppings for a balanced, filling meal.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy, quick, affordable, anti-inflammatory, fiber
Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 4 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 347kcal
Author: Sarah Bullard, MS, RDN
Cost: $1.50

Equipment

  • microwave

Ingredients

Oatmeal

  • ½ cup rolled or old fashioned oats
  • 1 cup water

Oatmeal Toppings

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp ground flax seeds
  • 1 small apple (diced)
  • 1 tsp honey or sweetener (if desired)
  • 3 tbsp milk (dairy or non-dairy alternative)

Instructions

Make The Oatmeal

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, add the old-fashioned oats and water. Cook on high for 3 minutes. (If you like firmer oatmeal, cook for less time).
  • Remove from microwave and stir.

Add Toppings

  • Microwave diced apple for 1 minute.
  • Add ground cinnamon, ground flax seeds, and honey. Stir, add diced apple and milk. Add more milk to thin, if needed.
  • Stir and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 347kcal (17%) | Carbohydrates: 65g (22%) | Protein: 10.5g (21%) | Fat: 6.5g (10%) | Saturated Fat: 1.1g (7%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.8g | Cholesterol: 3.7mg (1%) | Sodium: 23mg (1%) | Potassium: 406.2mg (12%) | Fiber: 12g (50%) | Sugar: 6g (7%) | Vitamin C: 5mg (6%) | Calcium: 86mg (9%) | Iron: 3.3mg (18%)