🫒 Mediterranean · Breakfast · Easy difficulty · Vegan
High-Fibre Gluten-Free Oat Porridge with Berries
A high fibre-friendly breakfast that is naturally gluten-free.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 247 kcal
- Protein
- 8 g
- Carbs
- 38 g
- Fat
- 7 g
- Course
- Breakfast
About this Mediterranean breakfast dish
High-Fibre Gluten-Free Oat Porridge with Berries is a Mediterranean breakfast built around certified gluten-free rolled oats. It takes about 25 min from start to finish, 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, and serves 4.
Cooking method: breakfast dish. Difficulty is rated easy. Vegan, and marked gluten-free in our data.
Good for: high fibre, under 25 minutes, light & low calorie.
Ingredients
Quantities are for 4 servings. Change the servings in the app to rescale them automatically.
- 1 cup certified gluten-free rolled oats
- 2 cups water or almond milk
- 1 cup mixed berries
- 1 tbsp flaxseed
- Cinnamon
Method
Step 1. Simmer the oats in the liquid for 6 minutes, stirring.
- Heat
- Low, with small lazy bubbles
- Look for
- Small bubbles break the surface gently; the sauce thickens and the food turns tender.
- Why it matters
- Gentle, steady heat softens tough fibres and lets flavours blend without drying things out.
- Avoid
- Letting it boil hard, which toughens meat and reduces the liquid too fast. Lifting the lid too often loses heat.
Step 2. Stir in flaxseed and cinnamon.
- Heat
- Keep the heat steady
- Look for
- The new ingredient is coated and the mixture returns to a gentle bubble.
- Why it matters
- Adding things in order lets each ingredient cook for just the right time.
- Avoid
- Dumping everything in at once: delicate items turn mushy before tougher ones are done.
Step 3. Top with berries and serve.
- Heat
- Keep the heat steady
- Look for
- The new ingredient is coated and the mixture returns to a gentle bubble.
- Why it matters
- Adding things in order lets each ingredient cook for just the right time.
- Avoid
- Dumping everything in at once: delicate items turn mushy before tougher ones are done.
Chef's tip
Add a tablespoon of ground flax or chia for extra fibre.
Equipment you will need
- Non-stick pan
- Spatula
- Whisk
Nutrition per serving
Estimated per serving: 247 kcal, 8 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat. Roughly 13% of the energy comes from protein, 62% from carbohydrate and 26% from fat, using standard energy values.
Nutrition values are estimates from typical ingredient profiles. They are not medical data, and brands and portions vary. Consult a doctor or registered dietitian about your diet.
When to cook High-Fibre Gluten-Free Oat Porridge with Berries
Substitutions and variations
- Use plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.
- Stir in a handful of spinach or herbs for extra vegetables.
- Cook eggs over lower heat for a softer, creamier texture.
Frequently asked questions about High-Fibre Gluten-Free Oat Porridge with Berries
How long does High-Fibre Gluten-Free Oat Porridge with Berries take to make?
It takes about 25 min in total: 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. Times are estimates and depend on your stove, pan and how small you cut the ingredients.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving has about 247 kcal, with 8 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat. These are estimates for the recipe's 4 servings.
Is High-Fibre Gluten-Free Oat Porridge with Berries gluten-free?
It is marked gluten-free in our data. Still check labels on stock, sauces and spice blends, which can contain gluten.
Is it suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
Yes, it is vegan. Check labels on stock and curry pastes, which can contain animal products.
How difficult is it to cook?
It is an easy recipe with simple steps and minimal timing pressure, so it suits beginners.
Can I make High-Fibre Gluten-Free Oat Porridge with Berries ahead or freeze it?
Best eaten fresh, because crisp or fresh textures do not survive storage. Prepare components ahead instead, and store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 2 days.
How many servings does it make?
This recipe makes 4 servings. To change the amount, scale each ingredient in proportion. The interactive app's servings control does this automatically.