Hi Everyone!
It’s been a while since my last blog post, and I’m excited to share another delicious and nourishing recipe—perfect for breakfast!
Since both my children love to cook, bake, and help with meal prep, our kitchen is always a lively and busy place. As a homeschooling mom, I truly believe that cooking is an essential life skill that every child should cultivate.
Today, I’m sharing one of Nemai’s favorite breakfast recipes, along with an Ayurvedic perspective on how it’s balanced and nourishing for the body. 🌿💛
Let’s dive in! 🍽️
Blueberry Whole Grain Oatmeal Bowl
A simple, nourishing, and wholesome breakfast!
Ingredients:
🔹 ¾ cup of any berries of your choice 🍓🫐(Here we have used blueberries, but can also use single or both berries for a boost of flavors)
🔹 2 cups old-fashioned oats
🔹 2 tbsp ghee
🔹 ½ tsp vanilla powder
🔹 ¼ tsp cardamom powder
🔹 1 tbsp chia seeds (soaked overnight) ✨
🔹 ½ cup raisins 🍇
👩🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Heat ghee in a pan and sauté the berries for 2-4 minutes until soft and juicy.
2️⃣ Add oats and sauté for another 3-5 minutes to let them absorb the flavors.
3️⃣ Pour in 4 cups of water, then add cardamom powder and vanilla powder. (Use 5-6 cups of water for a softer texture.)
4️⃣ Simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally. In 5-8 minutes, the water should be fully absorbed.
5️⃣ Stir in the raisins and soaked chia seeds, mix well, and cover with a lid.
6️⃣ Turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7️⃣ Serve warm with chopped nuts, extra ghee, and maple syrup for sweetness.
🍌 Optional Toppings:
🍌 Sliced banana | 🥛 Warm whole milk (boiled ahead of time) | 🥥 Coconut milk
🥄 Almond butter or cashew butter (1 tbsp) | Drizzle maple syrup, you also add chopped and roasted nuts of your choice for some crunchiness.
🌿 Ayurvedic benefits of the recipe:
🔥 Ghee is Agni Deepana, meaning it strengthens digestion, nourishes Ojas (vital energy), and enhances mental clarity.
🌿 Cardamom is Pitta-Vata pacifying, aiding digestion and preventing bloating.
💧 Chia seeds have been used for centuries to support hydration, strength, and digestion.
🌞 A warm, spiced breakfast in the morning kindles Agni (digestive fire) and provides steady energy throughout the day.
🌿 Ayurvedic Insights on Whole Grain Oats
According to Ayurveda, whole grain oats are:
✨ Snigdha – slightly unctuous (moist and lubricating)
💧 Picchila – mucilaginous (soft and soothing)
Their post-digestive effect (Vipaka) is Madhura (sweet), making them nourishing, strength-giving and slightly warming in nature.
Oats are grounding and strengthening, making them excellent for balancing Vata while being light on digestion and not aggravating Kapha.
🔥 Proper Cooking for Better Digestion 🍽️
Oats contain a very low amount of lectins, primarily in the outer bran layer. Ayurveda strongly advises against consuming raw or undercooked oats, as lectins can be difficult to digest. Similar to barley and legumes, oats should be properly cooked—soaked if needed—to ensure easy digestion and optimal nutrient absorption.
🥣 One of my children’s favorite breakfast jars uses whole grain oats, but we always add boiling water or milk 🥛, ensuring they are well-cooked and gentle on digestion.
🌟 Enhancing Digestion with Ayurvedic Ingredients
🥄 Adding ghee 🧈 and digestive spices like cardamom 🌿 and cinnamon 🍂 further enhances digestion and reduces any potential irritation in the GI system.
✨ Enjoy the recipe, and we’ll meet you in the next blog post!
💛 Wishing you health and harmony with Ayurvedic wisdom and much love.
💬 Do leave a comment below on how you liked the recipe or if you have any questions—we love hearing from you!
