Low Sodium Cinnamon and Spices Oats

Start your day with a warm and wholesome bowl of Low Sodium Cinnamon and Spices Oats—a heart-healthy breakfast bursting with natural flavors and nutrients. This quick and easy recipe combines old-fashioned rolled oats with a fragrant medley of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves for a cozy, spiced aroma. Sweetened naturally with unsweetened applesauce and topped with crunchy almonds and vibrant fresh fruit or berries, this dish is low in sodium yet rich in taste and texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a perfect option for a nutritious and filling breakfast. Customize with a drizzle of honey for an optional touch of sweetness, and savor a comforting, low-sodium start to your morning that’s packed with fiber and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats
• 2 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 tablespoons Chopped almonds
• 0.5 cup Chopped fresh fruit or berries
• 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.

Step 2

Add the oats to the boiling water, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats have absorbed most of the water.

Step 3

Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, ground cloves, and pure vanilla extract.

Step 4

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the oats are creamy and have reached your desired consistency.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness and additional moisture.

Step 6

Divide the oatmeal into two serving bowls.

Step 7

Top each bowl with a tablespoon of chopped almonds for a crunchy texture and a nutritious boost.

Step 8

Garnish with your choice of chopped fresh fruit or berries for added flavor and color.

Step 9

Drizzle each serving with a teaspoon of honey for extra sweetness, if using.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy, low sodium breakfast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(873.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	765.8

Total Fat 34.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 20.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 32.4g
Protein 23.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239.0mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 990.5mg	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: 38.2%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 50.5%