Flaxseed Porridge with Rhubarb and Raspberry Compote

If you’re short on time, this flaxseed porridge is a quick, nourishing breakfast that's perfect for busy mornings. Flaxseed (or linseed) is rich in fi...If you’re short on time, this flaxseed porridge is a quick, nourishing breakfast that's perfect for busy mornings. Flaxseed (or linseed) is rich in fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, and plant compounds called lignans to support digestion, heart health, and hormone metabolism. Paired with protein-rich yoghurt, nuts, and a sweet, tangy rhubarb compote, this is a well-balanced breakfast designed to keep you full and energised throughout the morning. Read more If you’re short on time, this flaxseed porridge is a quick, nourishing breakfast that's perfect for busy mornings. Flaxseed (or linseed) is rich in fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, and plant compounds called lignans to support digestion, heart health, and hormone metabolism. Paired with protein-rich yoghurt, nuts, and a sweet, tangy rhubarb compote, this is a well-balanced breakfast designed to keep you full and energised throughout the morning. If you’re short on time, this flaxseed porridge is a quick, nourishing breakfast that's perfect for busy mornings. Flaxseed (or linseed) is rich in fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, and plant compounds called lignans to support digestion, heart health, and hormone metabolism. Paired with protein-rich yoghurt, nuts, and a sweet, tangy rhubarb compote, this is a well-balanced breakfast designed to keep you full and energised throughout the morning.

Prep time
5 mins
Cook time
8 mins
FREEZER FRIENDLY
No
SHELF LIFE
1 day (best eaten on the day)
Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Probiotics
Healthy
fats
Contains
Dairy, Nuts View all Rhubarb, Almond, Pistachio, Milk, Linseed, Flaxseed, Raspberry, Dairy, Cinnamon, Nuts, Ginger, Seeds
Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Probiotics
Healthy
fats

NUTRITION PER SERVING (Read more)

23g
Protein
581kcal
Calories
36g
Total Fat
49g
Carbs
18g
Sugars
24g
Fibre
417mg
Calcium
32%
 
5mg
Iron
28%
 
279mg
Magnesium
66%
 
1198mg
Potassium
25%
 
51mg
Sodium
2%
 
1mg
Vitamin B1
83%
 
0.4mcg
Vitamin B12
17%
 
0mcg
Vitamin D
0%
5.2mg
Vitamin E
35%
 
85mcg
Vitamin B9
21%
 
72mcg
Vitamin A
8%
 
30mg
Vitamin C
33%
 
3.8mg
Zinc
35%
 
41mcg
Vitamin K
34%
 
1mg
Copper
111%
 
0.7mg
Vitamin B2
54%
 
3.3mg
Vitamin B3
21%
 
0.5mg
Vitamin B6
29%
 
564mg
Phosphorus
45%
 
Protein: 23g; Calories: 581kcal; Total Fat: 36g; Carbs: 49g; Sugars: 18g; Fibre: 24g; Calcium: 417mg (32%); Iron: 5mg (28%); Magnesium: 279mg (66%); Potassium: 1198mg (25%); Sodium: 51mg (2%); Vitamin B1: 1mg (83%); Vitamin B12: 0.4mcg (17%); Vitamin D: 0mcg (0%); Vitamin E: 5.2mg (35%); Vitamin B9: 85mcg (21%); Vitamin A: 72mcg (8%); Vitamin C: 30mg (33%); Zinc: 3.8mg (35%); Vitamin K: 41mcg (34%); Copper: 1mg (111%); Vitamin B2: 0.7mg (54%); Vitamin B3: 3.3mg (21%); Vitamin B6: 0.5mg (29%); Phosphorus: 564mg (45%)
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Why is this healthy?
Plant
points
High
protein
High
fibre
Probiotics
Healthy
fats
Contains
Dairy, Nuts View all Rhubarb, Almond, Pistachio, Milk, Linseed, Flaxseed, Raspberry, Dairy, Cinnamon, Nuts, Ginger, Seeds

Ingredients

Serves 1
almonds (ground)
cinnamon (ground)
water
boiling
For the compote:
rhubarb
chopped (into 2cm pieces)
maple syrup
Swaps: honey, agave syrup
To serve:
Swaps: yoghurt (plantbased)
pistachios
Swaps: almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts
roughly chopped
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Method

1

Gather and prepare your ingredients.

2

In a small saucepan, add the chopped rhubarb, raspberries, ginger, maple syrup, and a splash of water. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until soft and beginning to break down. Remove from the heat and set aside until needed.

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