Oatmeal has earned a place in our hearts as a perfect breakfast. But it can offer much more than that. Take this kale and soft-boiled eggs recipe, for example. It might have oats, but there’s much more to it! Check out the full recipe below and get to know more about the benefits of regular oats consumption.
Spice Up Dinner With This Recipe
There’s an easy way to transform oatmeal from a morning dish into a dinner feast. Tons of toppings, eggs, and kale make the perfect addition to your favorite oats. What are you waiting for? Read on and start cooking!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
- 5 oz. baby kale
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 4 teaspoons vegetable bouillon
- 2 cups of your favorite oatmeal
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil, toasted
- 4 soft-boiled eggs, halved
Directions Step 1: Heat oil in a large saucepan, add ginger and cook for about a minute. Add the kale, season with salt, and cook for two minutes before transferring to a bowl.
Step 2: Add four cups of water to the bouillon base to the saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the oats and stir occasionally until the oats have thickened. Add the toasted sesame oil.
Step 3: Divide the oats into bowls and serve topped with kale and eggs. You can also sprinkle sesame seeds or nori strips on top to give it a better look.
The Health Benefits of Eating Oatmeal
There’s no denying that oatmeal is healthy. Whole grains are rich in beta-glucan, which is known to reduce total cholesterol levels, reduce blood sugar, and increase your level of fullness. Moreover, oats are rich in a unique group of antioxidants that help lower blood pressure levels.
So, there are plenty of reasons why you should consider adding oatmeal to your diet. And with so many variations like soft-boiled eggs and kale, oats can make much more than a healthy breakfast!