Savory Oats Breakfast Bowl (Printable Version)
Creamy oats topped with roasted tomatoes, arugula, and a perfectly cooked egg for a fresh, wholesome breakfast.
# What You'll Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
→ Roasted Tomatoes
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
07 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Toppings
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 cup fresh arugula, lightly packed
11 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
12 - 1 tablespoon toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
14 - Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss cherry tomatoes with 1 teaspoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange cut side up on a baking sheet. Roast for 15–18 minutes, until soft and caramelized.
02 - In a medium saucepan, bring water or broth to a boil. Stir in oats and salt. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes, until creamy. Stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil for richness.
03 - While oats cook, prepare eggs to your liking: Poach, fry, or soft-boil until yolks are still slightly runny.
04 - Divide oats between two bowls. Top each with roasted tomatoes, a handful of arugula, a cooked egg, crumbled feta, and toasted pumpkin seeds.
05 - Season with freshly ground black pepper and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It finally convinced my sweet-only oatmeal friends that breakfast doesnt need sugar to feel special
- The way the runny yolk mixes with creamy oats creates the kind of comfort food you didnt know you needed
02 -
- Vegetable broth instead of water completely transforms this dish from sad breakfast to something youd serve for dinner
- Letting the tomatoes roast until they're slightly shriveled concentrates their sweetness and balances the savory elements
03 -
- Toast your pumpkin seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes until fragrant, it makes a huge difference in flavor
- Add a splash of balsamic glaze or pesto right before serving for an instant flavor upgrade