Low Carb High-Protein Oatmeal

Start your day with this Low Carb High-Protein Oatmeal, a creamy and satisfying breakfast option that's packed with nutrients and flavor. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like chia seeds, ground flaxseed, and coconut flour, this recipe delivers a hearty dose of fiber while keeping carbs low. A scoop of whey protein powder boosts the protein content, making it an excellent post-workout meal or energizing start to your morning. Enhanced with the warm spice of cinnamon, a touch of vanilla, and your choice of stevia or monk fruit sweetener, this oatmeal is as delicious as it is nutritious. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s topped with optional fresh berries and chopped nuts for added texture and flavor. Perfect for anyone seeking a keto-friendly, high-protein breakfast that doesn’t skimp on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Almond milk (unsweetened)
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
• 1 scoop Whey protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
• 2 tablespoons Coconut flour
• 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Stevia or monk fruit sweetener
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Fresh berries (optional, for serving)
• 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine almond milk and water, and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 2

Stir in chia seeds, coconut flour, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk together until well combined.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Once the mixture reaches your desired thickness, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 5

Add the whey protein powder to the mixture and stir vigorously to incorporate fully until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Taste the oatmeal and adjust the sweetness with more sweetener if needed.

Step 7

Pour the oatmeal into two serving bowls and top with optional fresh berries and chopped nuts if using.

Step 8

Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your low carb high-protein oatmeal as a hearty breakfast or post-workout meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(708.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	600.3

Total Fat 31.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 30mg	0%
Sodium 840.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.7g	0%
Total Sugars 15.6g
Protein 38.4g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 773.8mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 862.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.1%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 30.5%