Low Sodium Oatmeal Recipe
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Jump to RecipeThis Low Sodium Oatmeal recipe is a healthy satisfying breakfast idea loaded with whole grains, nuts, and fruit. A filling and delicious morning meal made with rolled or quick oats, and topped with your favorite fruit.
This salt free oatmeal recipe is simple to make, ready in just 15 minutes! Enjoy a cozy bowl for breakfast & start your day out with a healthy meal.
Packaged instant oatmeal can have a surprising amount of sodium in those little individual envelopes! We were recently staying at a hotel with continental breakfast, and thought oatmeal would be a good low sodium option – turns out it was much higher that we expected.
Making your own ‘instant’ oatmeal at home with quick oats, your favorite milk, fruit, and some pantry staple spices like brown sugar and cinnamon is a great option for breakfast. You can add any fruit that is in season, and enjoy a tasty, cozy breakfast in minutes. Skip the sodium and preservatives, and make your own oatmeal at home!
This Low Sodium Oatmeal Recipe Is
- Warm
- Comforting
- Sweet
- Filling
- Perfectly Spiced
- High in Fiber
- Low in Sodium and Preservative Free
- Vegetarian, Dairy Free, and easily Vegan
Easy Low Sodium Breakfasts
This no salt added oatmeal is what I call an Easy Weekday Meal– which is on your table in under 30 minutes. These quick and simple breakfast recipes are perfect for those mornings when you want a healthy home-cooked breakfast but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.
I have a whole section of this site dedicated to Low So Breakfasts that are great for the whole family. A healthy meal can be on your table in no time. Even faster & much healthier than ordering from a diner for breakfast!
What’s In This No Salt Added Oatmeal Recipe?
- Quick Oats – I like to use quick oats, which only take a few minutes to cook up, making this recipe super weekday-friendly.
- Water or Almond Milk – plain and unsweetened! Homemade almond milk (blending almonds and water) has 0mg of sodium, making it my favorite choice!
- Cinnamon: which gives this dish a subtle spice-y flavor! I love to add in a pinch for extra warmth and depth of flavor.
- Brown Sugar
- Walnuts
- Vanilla Extract
- Fruit for topping – I added fresh strawberries and some unsweetened shredded coconut for a little extra freshness and flavor!
See the recipe card below for a full list of instructions and ingredient amounts!
How To Make This Recipe
- In a small pot, cook quick oats according to package instructions, using water or almond milk as desired. Once the oats are finished cooking, leave them in the pot and remove the oats from heat.
- To the pot add the cinnamon, brown sugar, walnuts, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.
- Serve the oatmeal in a bowl, and top with your favorite fruit and nuts. I used sliced strawberries and shredded coconut in mine – enjoy!
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- Low Sodium Waffles Recipe (No Salt Added)
- Low Sodium Scrambled Eggs Recipe (No Salt Added)
- Salt Free Avocado Toast Recipe
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- Low Sodium Banana Bread Recipe
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Low Sodium Oatmeal
Equipment
- Small Pot or Saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 cup quick cooking oats
- 2 cups almond milk or water
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or more to taste
- 2 tablespoons walnuts crushed
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fruit finely chopped
Instructions
- In a small pot, cook quick oats according to package instructions, using water or almond milk as desired. Once the oats are finished cooking, leave them in the pot and remove the oats from heat.
- To the pot add the cinnamon, brown sugar, walnuts, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.
- Serve the oatmeal in a bowl, and top with your favorite fruit and nuts. I used sliced strawberries and shredded coconut in mine – enjoy!
Nutrition estimate (for 1 serving)
*Please note, all nutrition content is estimated based on the ingredients we used in our kitchen. It will vary based on your ingredients. Always check your nutrition labels to verify your nutrition content and sodium amounts.
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A delicious way to start my day