Savory steel-cut oats topped with a fried egg, sautéed greens, everything bagel seasoning, and hot sauce.
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Cook oats in water/broth per package directions (15-20 min). Stir in butter and salt.
While oats cook, sauté greens quickly in a little oil.
Fry eggs to your liking.
Divide oats into bowls. Top with greens and fried egg.
Sprinkle everything seasoning, drizzle hot sauce. Add cheese and avocado.
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High-protein breakfasts set the tone for the entire day. Research consistently shows that consuming 30–40g of protein at breakfast reduces hunger hormones, stabilises blood sugar, and reduces overall calorie intake throughout the day compared to lower-protein morning meals. Each serving of Savory Oatmeal with Egg delivers 18g of protein at 380 calories — that's 21 calories per gram of protein, making it a solid protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 19% of total calories in this dish. The 38g of carbohydrates per serving provide energy for training, making this a well-rounded meal both pre- and post-workout. The 18g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, contributing to satiety and supporting fat-soluble vitamin absorption. At 5g of dietary fiber per serving, this recipe also supports gut health and helps sustain fullness between meals.
For meal prep, make a large batch of the savoury oatmeal base and refrigerate for up to 3 days — reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth. Cook the egg topping fresh each time: a fried or poached egg takes under 5 minutes and tastes significantly better fresh than reheated. This recipe makes 2 servings (18g protein, 380 calories each). Batch-cook the oatmeal at the start of the week and add a fresh egg each morning for an efficient high-protein breakfast.
Mix the dry ingredients the night before. In the morning, add wet ingredients and cook — this cuts active time to under 5 minutes.
Fresh fruit, a side of Greek yogurt, or a simple green salad pairs well. For more protein, add a hard-boiled egg on the side.
Don't crowd the pan — cook in batches. Place finished items on a wire rack (not paper towels, which trap steam). Serve immediately, or keep warm in a 120°C (250°F) oven on a rack.
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