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February 4, 2013 · 4 Comments

Apricot Pistachio Oatmeal

Breakfast Recipes· Gluten Free Recipes

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Oatmeal for breakfast is so deliciously satisfying; especially when you add dried apricots, pistachios and honey. It's a great start to your day!

Oatmeal for breakfast is so deliciously satisfying; especially when you add dried apricots, pistachios and honey. It's a great start to your day!

Oatmeal with dried apricots, pistachios and honey

Did you know that February is Hot Breakfast Month? Studies show that eating breakfast gives your body the energy it needs to get through the day, as well as help improve focus and performance at work or school.

I was never a big fan of breakfast. I used to grab the quickest thing on my way to work, which was usually the bagel store, but have you seen a NJ/NY bagel lately? My goodness it's like eating an entire loaf of bread in one sitting!

I don't particularly like cereal as most of the ones I like (taste-wise) make my tongue swell. I'm not joking, it's the WEIRDEST thing!

I've tried eating plain oatmeal; which I do like on occasion, but mainly I prefer egg whites with sautéed mushrooms or a whole grain, extra fiber English Muffin with peanut butter.

 

That is until I found a new product by Quaker Oats called Real Medleys. Have you tried them yet? They're a little expensive, but taste great and are packed with whole grain, fruit and nuts.

I especially like them if you're short on time and need a quick, healthy breakfast. Just boil water, let it sit a minute or two and breakfast is ready.

However, since the sodium counts are higher, as with many pre-packaged foods, I wanted to see if I could make my own version.

Apricot and Pistachio Oatmeal

Ingredients Needed

For this recipe you'll need the following ingredients: 
  • water
  • old fashioned oats
  • chopped dried apricots
  • chopped pistachios
  • honey

If you use quick oats, you can reduce the cooking time. 

How do you make Apricot Pistachio Oatmeal?

Add water to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil; then add the oatmeal. Reduce heat and allow to simmer until the water has been absorbed into the oats; approximately 6-8 minutes. Stir in the apricots, pistachios and honey. 

This Apricot Pistachio Oatmeal was delicious and very filling. It did take a little longer than instant, but the homemade version had 44 less calories, 3 grams less fat, and 95 grams less sodium. ~Enjoy!

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Apricot and Pistachio Oatmeal

Apricot Pistachio Oatmeal

Carrie's Experimental Kitchen
 Oatmeal for breakfast is so deliciously satisfying; especially when you add dried apricots, pistachios and honey. It's a great start to your day!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Total Time 13 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup oats
  • 4 chopped dried apricots
  • 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions
 

  • Add water to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil; then add the oatmeal.
  • Reduce heat and allow to simmer until the water has been absorbed into the oats; approximately 6-8 minutes.
  • Stir in the apricots, pistachios and honey. 
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  1. lisa is cooking says

    February 04, 2013 at 2:02 pm

    Less than 10 minutes of cooking for a healthier version sounds great! The colors of the apricots and pistachios are lovely with the oatmeal too.

    Reply
    • Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says

      February 04, 2013 at 3:03 pm

      Thanks Lisa!

      Reply
    • mamaleann says

      February 07, 2013 at 10:44 am

      If you are diabetic add some cinnamon it helps lower blood sugar.

      Reply
  2. Tyler says

    February 21, 2018 at 9:15 am

    This looks great. Oatmeal is such a staple, it's nice to change it up with toppings etc!

    Reply

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