Macrobiotic Oatmeal (Gluten-Free)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 12
Macrobiotic Oatmeal (Gluten-Free)
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup quick-cooking oats ( I used quick-cooking steel cut oats . )
1 tablespoon miso ( preferably organic )
2 tablespoons dried cutup wakame seaweed
1 umeboshi plum
1 tablespoon green onion , chopped
nori , seaweed for topping thinly cut ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
179
Sugar
1g
Fat
3g
Macrobiotic Oatmeal is a nourishing and flavorful breakfast option that follows the principles of macrobiotic cuisine, which emphasizes locally sourced and whole food ingredients. This recipe combines quick-cooking steel-cut oats, wakame seaweed, miso paste, umeboshi plum, green onion, and nori seaweed for toppings. The dish is gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and provides a good balance of complex carbs, plant-based protein, healthy fats, and minerals. It's a perfect way to start the day with a warm and satisfying bowl of oatmeal that's bursting with umami flavor.

Instructions

1.Rinse the wakame and chop it into small pieces.
2.In a saucepan, mix oatmeal, wakame, and 1.5 cups of water.
3.Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
4.Turn off the heat, add miso and stir well.
5.Place the umeboshi in a small bowl, add a tablespoon of warm water, and mash it until it becomes a paste.
6.Divide the oatmeal between two bowls, top with the umeboshi paste, chopped green onions, and nori.
7.Serve warm.

PROS

This oatmeal is gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and provides a good amount of plant-based protein, fiber, and iodine.

The miso and seaweed add rich and savory flavor to the dish.

Umeboshi, also known as Japanese pickled plums, may aid digestion and have immune-boosting properties.

CONS

The dish may not be suitable for those who are allergic to oats, soy, or sea vegetables.

Miso contains a high amount of sodium and may not be suitable for individuals who are on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This oatmeal is a nutrient-dense breakfast option, offering plant-based protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals to support overall health.
Oats may help regulate blood sugar levels, promote digestion, and reduce cholesterol levels.
Wakame is a type of seaweed that is rich in iodine, a mineral that plays a crucial role in thyroid function and metabolism.

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