Easy Lemon Oatmeal with Maple, Pecans, and Flax
This cozy lemon oatmeal is infused with lemon, maple syrup, toasted pecans, and flaxseed for a bright and satisfying breakfast. It's quick, comforting, and great for winter mornings, whether you're meal prepping for the week or planning a simple holiday brunch.
Servings 2 people
Ingredients
Lemon Oatmeal:
- 2 ¼ cups unsweetened oat milk or milk of choice
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel (such as Meyer lemon, see note)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (such as Meyer lemon, see note)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¼ cup ground flaxseeds (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional for serving:
- Maple syrup
- Nuts (such as almonds and pecans), toasted if desired, see note
- Coconut flakes, toasted if desired (see note)
- Vanilla almond milk or milk of choice
Instructions
- Cook almond milk, grated lemon peel, lemon juice, ginger, oats, ground flaxseeds, and salt in a saucepan over low-medium heat. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until oats are softened. Cook longer if you prefer a thicker consistency. Remove from heat and allow to cool for a minute.
- Transfer to bowls and top with maple syrup, lemon peel, chopped nuts, coconut, and additional almond milk if desired.
Notes
- Lemon: Use any type of lemon for this recipe. Meyer lemons have a slightly sweeter flavor than regular lemons and taste great in this recipe if you can find them.
- Toasting the nuts and coconut flakes (optional): Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spread the nuts on a baking sheet. Spread the coconut flakes on a separate baking sheet. Transfer baking sheets to the oven and bake 6 minutes, or until golden and aromatic. Watch the nuts and coconut flakes closely at the end to prevent burning.
- Making Ahead: Prep toasted nuts and coconut (optional) to keep brunch day stress-free.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container and refrigerate up to 5 days.
- Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave with a splash of milk to loosen the texture.