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Zoats | Zucchini Oatmeal

5 from 1 vote
This used to be a favorite of 2016 diet culture - but let's improve it and make it our own. Just because I'm anti diet-culture doesn't mean I'm anti-veggie, and this is the best (and most delish) way to get in your greens or use up an old zucchini!
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:5 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: oatmeal, oatmeal bowl, oats, zucchini
Servings: 1 serving

Equipment

  • Microplane/grater

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup rolled oats
  • 2 cups water
  • 250 grams zucchini about 1 medium one
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • pinch of salt

Don't forget the toppings!

    Instructions

    If using a microwave:

    • Slice the ends of your zucchini and use a microplane grater to finely grate the entire vegetable. Set that aside
    • Add the 2/3 cup oats and 2 cups water to a very large bowl. Microwave this for 1-2 minutes (depending on the strength of your microwave)
    • Add 1/2 of the zucchini to the oats, stir and put in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until the oatmeal starts to expand and puff up (stop microwaving when it looks like the bowl is about to overflow).
    • Stir and add the remaining zucchini, stir to full incorporate. Microwave again for 2-3 minutes, or until the oatmeal begins to expand again. The key to thick oatmeal is letting is bubble and look like it might overflow, then stopping it right beforehand.
    • When the oatmeal has thickened, remove from the microwave and add in the maple syrup and salt (the salt will help the sweetness!)
    • And go crazy with the toppings - I like chocolate granola or any nut butter, but it's really up to you!

    If using the stovetop:

    • Slice the ends of your zucchini and use a microplane grater to finely grate the entire vegetable. Set that aside.
    • Add the 2/3 cup oats and 2 cups water to a large pot, bring to a simmer.
    • Add in 1/2 of the shredded zucchini and cook on medium heat (simmering, almost a soft boil) for 2-3 minutes or until the oats start to thicken.
    • Add in the rest of the zucchini and continue to cook until the oats have expanded and thickened (about 3-4 more minutes).
    • Remove the oats from the heat, add the maple syrup and salt and stir to combine.
    • Transfer to another bowl and add your favorite toppings!