Oats, though not native to India, are a cereal grain dating back to 2000 B.C! Today, you strive to find a quick way to get strength and energy to carry you through your hectic schedule. A steaming bowl of freshly cooked oatmeal seems to be the best bet. But that's not all. Oats can be deliciously incorporated into a lot of recipes - and not just for breakfast!
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Oats, known scientifically as Avena Sativa, gain part of their distinctive flavor from the roasting process they undergo after being harvested and cleaned. Although oats are then hulled, this process does not strip away their bran and germ. This allows them to retain a concentrated source of their fiber and nutrients. That's exactly how they contribute to a lot of health benefits!
The Many Health Benefits Of Oats
Lower cholesterol levels
Reduce risk of cardiovascular disease
Enhance immune response to infection
Stabilize blood sugar and substantially lower type 2 diabetes risk
Protect against breast cancer
Protect against childhood asthma
Well-tolerated wheat alternative for children and adults with celiac disease
Delicious Oats Recipes For You and Your Kids
Peaches and Overnight Oats
When you need a quick-fix solution in your morning rush hours, prepare a little in advance. Check out this bowlful of healthy oats with all the real ingredients- without any cooking!
Baked foods made with oats are an all-time favourite among kids. These hearty muffins are packed with delicious and crunchy choco chips as well as the health benefits of oats.
Make this instant, yummy breakfast dish and give a healthy kick-start to your day. Plain white idlis can be quite boring for your kids. Try making your idlis colourful by adding vegetables like beetroot to them.
Nachni or finger millet in combination with oats adds a lot to your day's nutritional quotient. Make soft, spongy uttapam with these super foods and don't forget to pack in veggies.
Oats are not just good day-starters but they also make some superb desserts. Surprised? Well, in this upcoming mango season, don't miss out on trying this recipe.
Overnight oats recipes are a hit among working moms as it helps them fulfill their family's nutritional needs without putting in too much time and effort. Combine chia seeds with oats and fruits and have a power-packed start to your day.
Fill up the nutritional gap in your child's diet by letting them snack on these high-protein nutritious laddoos. They are very easy to pack and carry too.
Do your kids love to snack on cakes? Try this mommy-chef recipe and make healthy cakes for your kids. This recipe uses phytonutrient-rich oats, bananas and colourful beets.
This 10-minute recipe wins over all oats recipes as it's real quick and requires no cooking. Re-fuel yourself with this energy-packed recipe after a heavy work-out.
No oats recipe list can be complete without a porridge recipe! Make a quick, fresh porridge with oats and make it sweet and wholesome by adding fruits and nuts. What else can you ask for breakfast when you have this tempting porridge?
Finally, this Mommy Chef recipe is the quintessential Sunday breakfast - delicious, healthy and filling! Top it with some fresh cilantro and serve it with a dip of your choice. Who knew wadas could also be so wholesome?