Recipes and Cooking Healthy Recipes Healthy Breakfast Recipes 9 Healthy Oatmeal Recipes to Start Your Day with Whole Grains These healthy morning meals made with oats—plus other grains such as quinoa, farro, and other multigrains—will help you start your day off right. By Katlyn Moncada Katlyn Moncada Instagram Katlyn Moncada is the associate food editor at BHG.com, sharing food news and tutorials on becoming better home cooks. She is a writer and editor with nearly a decade of experience in digital media, photography, and video production. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Published on November 5, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Andy Lyons A hearty bowl of healthy oatmeal is always a great choice to start your day right. A whole-grain breakfast like this provides an excellent source of antioxidants, supports a healthy gut, and is full of fiber to help you feel full until lunchtime. Here you'll find our favorite healthy oatmeal recipes for a flavorful morning meal. We also provide some other breakfast grain bowls beyond oats including farro, quinoa, and more healthy whole grains. 01 of 09 Oatmeal 4 Ways View Recipe Jason Donnelly Keep this healthy oatmeal recipe on hand and you'll never have a boring breakfast again. Start with our basic 3-ingredient healthy oatmeal that consists of rolled oats, water or milk, and a dash of salt. From there, choose whatever healthy oatmeal toppings and mix-ins you like. We've got variations for apricot-walnut, banana-pecan, blueberry-almond, and strawberry-peanut butter. 02 of 09 Spiced Apple Berry Oatmeal View Recipe Jason Donnelly This healthy oatmeal recipe features steel-cut oats, which are coarser and have a chewier texture than rolled oats. They can promote good heart health and are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber. Here, we've naturally sweetened the pot of healthy oatmeal with apples and berries. 03 of 09 Stovetop Savory Ham and Veggie Oatmeal View Recipe Jacob Fox Not feeling like the usual maple oatmeal? Try this savory healthy oatmeal recipe instead. Steel-cut oats get a cheesy twist with the addition of shredded cheddar. Paired with ham and plenty of fresh veggies, you'll definitely be energized until lunchtime arrives. 04 of 09 Maple and Cranberry Farro Cereal View Recipe Blaine Moats Chewy, slightly nutty farro is rich in magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins. It's often served in savory form as a side for lunch or dinner, but it is equally delish enjoyed sweet as a breakfast grain. Prep this slow cooker breakfast recipe the night before for an easy healthy breakfast bowl to start the day. 05 of 09 Slow Cooker Steel Cut Oatmeal View Recipe Kritsada Panichgul This slow cooker healthy oatmeal recipe is a great way to allow the family to enjoy breakfast at their own pace. Set out an assortment of healthy oatmeal toppings (we like dried fruit, nuts, and a splash of milk) and let everyone create their own delicious bowl of healthy oatmeal. For inspiration, try one of the 10 flavor variations. 11 DIY Grain Bowl Recipes That Are Complete Meals in One Dish 06 of 09 Toasted Oat Muesli with Banana View Recipe Jason Donnelly Healthy oatmeal recipes don't have to always be about the warm grain bowl. This top-rated homemade cereal comes together in just 25 minutes and lasts up to 2 weeks in the fridge. Enjoy with your favorite milk or nondairy milk. 7 Gourmet Granola Recipes to Instantly Elevate Your Breakfast 07 of 09 Hot Grains Power Bowl View Recipe Andy Lyons Say goodbye to boring breakfasts with this delicious healthy oatmeal recipe that also happens to be dairy-free. Shredded carrot, dried apricots, orange zest, and warm spices combine to make a rich and satisfying, yet super healthy breakfast. It's a 15-minute recipe that is worth adding to your daily morning lineup. 08 of 09 Ginger-Sesame Oats with Mushrooms and Charred Green Onions View Recipe Andy Lyons Here's a hot new take on healthy oatmeal. Steel-cut oats are cooked in broth to achieve a deeper flavor. Topped with a sautéed blend of mushrooms, ginger, and green onions, you'll never think of oatmeal as plain again. 09 of 09 Fruit, Nut, and Brown Sugar Freezer Oatmeal Cups View Recipe Andy Lyons This healthy oatmeal recipe is all about convenience. Whip up the easy muffin tin recipe and freeze up to 3 months. To serve, all you have to do is microwave an oatmeal cup for a couple of minutes. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit