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Savory Oatmeal Bowl - Egg, Cheese & Avocado

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Old-fashioned rolled oats (not instant; steel-cut works with longer cooking time)
  • Water or low-sodium broth (broth adds extra flavor)
  • Milk or unsweetened plant milk (optional, for creaminess)
  • Eggs (1 per serving; fry, soft-boil, or poach)
  • Cheese (cheddar, parmesan, feta, or gruyère all work)
  • Avocado (ripe, sliced or diced)
  • Butter or olive oil (for cooking and richness)
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Garlic powder or minced garlic (optional)
  • Chili flakes or hot sauce (optional)
  • Green onions, chives, or parsley (optional garnish)
  • Lemon or lime (optional squeeze over avocado)

Method
 

  1. Simmer the oats: In a small pot, add 1/2 cup rolled oats and 1 cup water or broth per serving. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Stir occasionally so they cook evenly and don’t stick.
  2. Make it creamy: When the liquid is mostly absorbed (about 4–5 minutes), stir in a splash of milk or plant milk and 1 teaspoon butter or olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and a little garlic powder if using. Cook until creamy and soft, another 1–2 minutes.
  3. Cook the egg: While the oats simmer, cook your egg how you like it. For a fry: heat a small nonstick skillet with a touch of oil, crack in the egg, and cook until the white sets and the edges are lacy. For jammy soft-boiled: simmer eggs for 6–7 minutes, then peel. For poached: swirl simmering water with a splash of vinegar and gently poach 3–4 minutes.
  4. Prep the toppings: Slice the avocado. Grate or crumble your cheese. Chop herbs if you’re using them. A small squeeze of lemon over the avocado keeps it bright.
  5. Build the bowl: Spoon the savory oats into a bowl. Sprinkle on the cheese so it begins to melt. Add the egg on top, then the avocado alongside.
  6. Finish and season: Add a pinch more salt and pepper, herbs, and chili flakes or hot sauce if you like heat. Drizzle a few drops of olive oil for sheen and flavor.
  7. Serve immediately: Oats are best hot and creamy. Break the yolk and let it run into the oats for extra richness.