Ricotta and oatmeal: An unbeatable breakfast duo

Ricotta will be an excellent addition to oatmeal. Not only does it taste great and pairs well with fruits or nuts, but it is also high in protein and relatively low in calories. So, add ricotta to your oatmeal instead of milk and wait for the results.

Why is it worth serving oatmeal with ricotta? Ricotta is first and foremost a very tasty cheese, but a lot of good can also be said about it in the context of healthy eating. It turns out that nutritionists rank ricotta high among cheeses for people on a low-calorie and high-protein diet. This is because it is a source of highly digestible whey protein, characterized by low calorie content and high calcium content. Moreover, even though ricotta contains 20-30% fat, it is still among the lowest-calorie cheeses. It is also a source of minerals and vitamins: A, D, E, K, and almost all of the B group.

Oatmeal with ricotta will therefore be an excellent addition to your diet and a great solution for a quick, tasty, and very nutritious breakfast. Simply prepare the oatmeal with water and add a generous spoonful of cheese and your favourite toppings at the end. This can include a banana, which adds sweetness to the dish, and cocoa, which is an extremely healthy addition.

Ingredients:

            
• 70 grams of oatmeal,
• 250 millilitres of hot water,
• 50 grams of ricotta,
• 1 banana,
• 2 teaspoons of dark cocoa,
• maple syrup or peanut butter for serving,
• a pinch of salt.

Preparation:

      
1. Pour hot water over the oats and set aside for about 15 minutes (you can also leave it overnight and add the rest of the ingredients in the morning).
2. Then bring everything to a boil over low heat. Add a pinch of salt and cocoa in the meantime. The oatmeal should have a sticky and thick consistency.
3. Transfer the prepared oatmeal to a bowl. Add a banana sliced thinly or mashed with a fork. Top with a large spoonful of ricotta and maple syrup or peanut butter to taste.
4. Mix everything well before eating.