Breakfast porridge with fruit and nuts

Breakfast porridge with fruit and nuts recipe videos

Breakfast porridge with fruit and nuts is a warm, comforting dish made by cooking oats or other grains in water or milk. It is typically topped with fresh or dried fruit like berries or bananas, and crunchy nuts such as almonds or walnuts. This dish is a staple breakfast in many cultures, particularly across the UK, Ireland, and North America.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced meal, providing a good mix of complex carbohydrates for energy, healthy fats from nuts, and some protein. It is particularly rich in dietary fiber and essential minerals like manganese and phosphorus, with a typical serving containing around 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	150 mg
Manganese	1.2 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Zinc	2.0 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Potassium	320 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Porridge has been a dietary staple for centuries, with evidence of oat consumption dating back to the Bronze Age. Nutritionally, the beta-glucan fiber in oats is known for its heart-health benefits, helping to manage cholesterol levels.