Flaxseed Porridge with Blood Orange

This flaxseed porridge is a quick, nourishing breakfast option that comes together in minutes. Flaxseed (or linseed) is naturally rich in fibre, omega...This flaxseed porridge is a quick, nourishing breakfast option that comes together in minutes. Flaxseed (or linseed) is naturally rich in fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, and plant compounds that support gut health, heart health and hormone metabolism. Topped with juicy blood orange, creamy yoghurt and toasted almonds, it delivers a bright, citrusy twist for a balanced breakfast that will keep you going all morning. Read more This flaxseed porridge is a quick, nourishing breakfast option that comes together in minutes. Flaxseed (or linseed) is naturally rich in fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, and plant compounds that support gut health, heart health and hormone metabolism. Topped with juicy blood orange, creamy yoghurt and toasted almonds, it delivers a bright, citrusy twist for a balanced breakfast that will keep you going all morning. This flaxseed porridge is a quick, nourishing breakfast option that comes together in minutes. Flaxseed (or linseed) is naturally rich in fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, and plant compounds that support gut health, heart health and hormone metabolism. Topped with juicy blood orange, creamy yoghurt and toasted almonds, it delivers a bright, citrusy twist for a balanced breakfast that will keep you going all morning.

Prep time
5 mins
Cook time
5 mins
FREEZER FRIENDLY
No
SHELF LIFE
1
Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Probiotics
Healthy
fats
Contains
Dairy, Nuts View all Almond, Milk, Linseed, Orange, Flaxseed, Dairy, Cinnamon, Nuts, Seeds
Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Probiotics
Healthy
fats

NUTRITION PER SERVING (Read more)

26g
Protein
641kcal
Calories
44g
Total Fat
45g
Carbs
22g
Sugars
22g
Fibre
420mg
Calcium
32%
 
5mg
Iron
28%
 
320mg
Magnesium
76%
 
1077mg
Potassium
23%
 
44mg
Sodium
2%
 
1mg
Vitamin B1
83%
 
0.4mcg
Vitamin B12
17%
 
0mcg
Vitamin D
0%
11.5mg
Vitamin E
77%
 
112mcg
Vitamin B9
28%
 
80mcg
Vitamin A
9%
 
81mg
Vitamin C
90%
 
3.9mg
Zinc
35%
 
3mcg
Vitamin K
3%
 
1.1mg
Copper
122%
 
0.8mg
Vitamin B2
62%
 
3.6mg
Vitamin B3
23%
 
0.4mg
Vitamin B6
24%
 
615mg
Phosphorus
49%
 
Protein: 26g; Calories: 641kcal; Total Fat: 44g; Carbs: 45g; Sugars: 22g; Fibre: 22g; Calcium: 420mg (32%); Iron: 5mg (28%); Magnesium: 320mg (76%); Potassium: 1077mg (23%); Sodium: 44mg (2%); Vitamin B1: 1mg (83%); Vitamin B12: 0.4mcg (17%); Vitamin D: 0mcg (0%); Vitamin E: 11.5mg (77%); Vitamin B9: 112mcg (28%); Vitamin A: 80mcg (9%); Vitamin C: 81mg (90%); Zinc: 3.9mg (35%); Vitamin K: 3mcg (3%); Copper: 1.1mg (122%); Vitamin B2: 0.8mg (62%); Vitamin B3: 3.6mg (23%); Vitamin B6: 0.4mg (24%); Phosphorus: 615mg (49%)
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Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Probiotics
Healthy
fats
Contains
Dairy, Nuts View all Almond, Milk, Linseed, Orange, Flaxseed, Dairy, Cinnamon, Nuts, Seeds

Ingredients

Serves 1
almonds (ground)
cinnamon (ground)
water
boiling
To serve:
Swaps: orange
maple syrup
Swaps: agave syrup, honey
Swaps: yoghurt (plantbased)
Swaps: walnuts, pumpkin seeds
toasted
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Method

1

Gather and prepare your ingredients.

2

Segment the blood orange over a small saucepan to catch any juice. Set the segments aside and squeeze out the juice from the leftover flesh. Add the maple syrup and a splash of water to the pan. Place over medium heat and stir for a few minutes to reduce. Add the segments and set aside until needed.

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