Oatmeal with Apple and Walnuts
Embrace a diabetes-friendly start to your day with this Oatmeal with Apple and Walnuts, a balanced blend of complex carbohydrates, fibre, and healthy fats designed to support stable blood sugar levels. This recipe is Portfolio Diet-friendly because it includes oats as a source of viscous fibre and walnuts as a source of nuts and healthy fats.
Servings: 1
Calories: 331.8kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup oats dry
- ½ apple small, chopped
- 2 tbsp walnuts chopped
- Pinch cinnamon optional
Equipment
- Bowl
Instructions
- Prepare oats with water according to package directions.½ cup oats
- Add chopped apple and walnuts.½ apple, 2 tbsp walnuts
- Sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.Pinch cinnamon
Cooking Tips
- Oat preparation: For a creamier texture, you can prepare the oats with milk or a milk alternative instead of water.
- Apple selection: Choosing a variety of apple that you enjoy, whether sweet or tart, can add an extra layer of flavor to the oatmeal.
- Enhancements: For added sweetness without refined sugar, consider drizzling a bit of honey or maple syrup on top.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Oatmeal with Apple and Walnuts
Serving Size
1 oatmeal
Amount per Serving
Calories
331.8
% Daily Value*
Fat
15.8
g
24
%
Saturated Fat
1.7
g
11
%
Sodium
3.7
mg
0
%
Potassium
332.3
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
42.8
g
14
%
Fiber
7.6
g
32
%
Sugar
10.4
g
12
%
Protein
8.6
g
17
%
Vitamin C
4.5
mg
5
%
Calcium
46.1
mg
5
%
Iron
2.4
mg
13
%
Magnesium
92.1
mg
23
%
Zinc
2.1
mg
14
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.