Description
Simple Savory Avocado Oatmeal is a comforting and wholesome breakfast dish combining creamy oats, ripe avocado, a perfectly poached egg, and the rich taste of parmesan cheese. Enhanced with fresh parsley and black pepper, this nutritious recipe provides a savory twist on traditional oatmeal, making it a satisfying and delicious start to your day.
Ingredients
For the oatmeal:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (quick-cooking or old-fashioned)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup water
For the egg:
- 1 large egg
For the topping:
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan (freshly grated for best flavor)
- 1/2 avocado (sliced or mashed)
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Oats: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in 1/2 cup rolled oats and a pinch of salt. Cover the saucepan, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook the oats gently for about 5 minutes. After cooking, remove the pan from the heat, keep it covered, and let the oats sit for 3 minutes to finish absorbing the water. Set aside and keep warm until ready to serve.
- Poach the Egg: Fill a small pot with water and bring it to a gentle simmer — avoid boiling rapidly. Crack 1 large egg into a small bowl. When the water is gently simmering with no bubbles, carefully slip the egg into the water. Poach for about 3 minutes, or until the white is set but the yolk remains soft. Lift the poached egg out with a slotted spoon and set aside. Optionally, add a tiny splash of vinegar to the poaching water for neater eggs. You may substitute a flat-fried or soft-boiled egg if preferred.
- Assemble and Garnish: Spoon the cooked oatmeal onto a serving plate or bowl. Place the poached egg on top. Add 1/2 sliced avocado, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of freshly grated parmesan, and scatter 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley over the dish. Finish with a pinch of ground black pepper for seasoning. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- You can use quick-cooking or old-fashioned rolled oats depending on preference.
- Poaching eggs requires gentle simmering water, not boiling, for best results.
- Adding vinegar to poaching water helps the egg whites stay tight but is optional.
- For a different texture, try mashing the avocado before adding it as a topping.
- Substitute the poached egg with a flat-fried or soft-boiled egg if desired.
- Parmesan adds a savory umami flavor; for a dairy-free option, omit or substitute nutritional yeast.
- This recipe is best served fresh as oatmeal texture changes if kept too long.
