Zesty Porridge

Ingredients (Serves 1)

• 50g jumbo oats (use gluten free if preferred)

• 200ml milk of your choice

• 20g creamy tahini

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

• A small pinch of ground cardamom seeds (optional)

• 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest

• 1 tsp finely grated orange zest

• 25g vanilla flavour protein powder (optional)

• 1/2 tbsp maple syrup

• 3g pistachios, finely chopped

Nutrition

• Per Serving: 413 Calories, 44g Carbs, 30g Protein, 13g Fat

Preparation

• Place the oats and milk in a saucepan over a medium flame

• Cook for 4 minutes, stirring frequently until thick and creamy

• Add more milk or cold water during cooking time, if the porridge becomes too thick

• Add the tahini, cinnamon, cardamom, lemon and orange zest

• Stir well and cook for 2 minutes

• Remove the saucepan from the heat and leave to stand for 5 minutes

• Add the protein powder, if using, and stir rapidly until smooth

• Serve topped with maple syrup, pistachios, and a sprinkle of orange and lemon zest, if desired