Oat Free Low Carb Porridge Recipe
Whether you’re embarking on a low carbohydrate diet, going gluten free or just want a more nutrient dense breakfast idea, then this oat free porridge recipe is for you. It’s packed with healthy omega 3 fatty acids, essential for reducing inflammation, is an excellent source of protein, and is coupled with cinnamon, all of which will help to keep your blood sugar levels balanced, keeping your fuller for longer and maintaining energy levels throughout the day.
INGREDIENTS
1x tbsp pumpkin seeds
1x tbsp walnuts
2x tbsp coconut flakes
3x brazil nuts
1x tsp cinnamon
1x tbsp chia seeds
1x tsp cacao powder
2x tbsp ground flaxseeds
1/2 cup almond milk
water
Fruit - to serve
METHOD
In a blender, mix the pumpkin seeds, walnuts, & coconut flakes pulse until they form a powder. Once blended put in a saucepan. Then blend the brazil nuts in the same way & add to the pan. Add the cinnamon, chia seeds, cacao powder, & ground flaxseeds to the saucepan.
Add the milk and the water and then place on a low heat. Continue to stir until warmed through and the porridge has reached the consistency that you're happy with. Additional water can be added if it gets too thick.
Serve with fresh fruit eg. berries or sour apple.
Optional extras: protein powder, collagen, prebiotic powder, psyllium husk, or any supplemental powder that would normally go with a drink. You could swap out the almond milk for canned coconut milk to increase the fat content.
Seed cycling for hormonal balance: If you’re having menstrual cycles, you could adapt this recipe to support optimal hormone balance. Days 1-14 of your cycle would be 1x tbsp of pumpkin seeds & 1x tbsp flaxseeds, on days 15-28 (or until you bleed) use 1x tbsp of sunflower seeds & 1x tbsp of sesame seeds.
