Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rolled Oats (old‑fashioned rolled oats)
• 2 cups Water (room temperature)
• 1 cup Blueberries (fresh or frozen; divided (1 cup for cooking, ½ cup for topping))
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest (finely grated from a fresh lemon)
• ¼ cup Milk (whole or 2% milk; add at serving)

Instructions

1. Gather and Measure Ingredients

   Measure 1 cup rolled oats, 2 cups water, 1 cup blueberries, 1 tsp lemon zest, and ¼ cup milk. Have a small saucepan, spoon, and serving bowl ready.

   Time: PT5M

2. Combine Oats and Water

   Add the rolled oats and water to the small saucepan. If desired, add a pinch of salt for flavor.

   Time: PT0M

3. Cook Oatmeal Base

   Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5‑10 minutes until the oats reach your preferred thickness.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: medium heat

4. Add Blueberries

   Stir in 1 cup blueberries and continue cooking for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the berries to soften and release some juice.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium heat

5. Finish and Serve

   Remove the pot from heat. Transfer the oatmeal to a serving bowl, top with extra blueberries, sprinkle the lemon zest, and drizzle the milk over the top. Serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

6g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

4g

Fiber

6g