Salted oats, full of vegetables and flavors, are a perfect, healthy, ready-to-eat breakfast! The whole dish comes together in a pan and an oven.
Most of my family prefers savory breakfast and snacks. I make my savory baked oats rather than sweet versions. This is another delicious savory option for you that uses only 1 pan and is a great breakfast snack.
This is a super quick savory oatmeal casserole, just like my other baked oats recipes; I use similar ingredients like oats and dairy free milk. Then I add lots of vegetables and some spices.
The result is a moist oat bar that is filled with vegetables. Think the forbidden “oatmeal”, but baked instead of fried and in bar form. You can also waffle the mixture. Add a little more flour and make waffles!
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Why You’ll Love Savory Baked Oats
- Abundant and healthy. Full of vegetables!
- Soy free Nut-free Gluten-free option
- Breakfast from a pan
- Super tasty and delicious
- Savory and versatile. Use the flavors of your choice
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Vegetable baked oats (salted baked oat flour) Vegan
Salted oats, full of vegetables and flavors, are a perfect, healthy, ready-to-eat breakfast! The whole dish comes together in a pan and an oven.
Rations: 3
Calories: 311kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup (81 g) old-fashioned oats
- 1 spoon chia seeds
- 1/3 cup (41.67 g) all-purpose flour or other gluten-free flour or mix of your choice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala or sambar powder, I prefer sambar powder, or I use berbere or taco or cajun spices for variation
For the vegetables:
- 1 cup (149 g) chopped bell peppers use a mix of red or green peppers or just red
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots small chop
- 1/4 cup (40 g) chopped onion
- 1/2 cup (74.5 g) chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped coriander
For the wet ingredients:
- 1 spoon oil omit it for oil-free, add 1 tablespoon tahini or dairy-free yogurt
- 1 cup (236.59 ml) hot non-dairy milk or water or broth
Instructions
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In an 8×10 inch or similar baking dish (or a 9×9 inch baking dish) add the oats, flour, baking powder, chia seeds, salt and spices and mix really good. Add all the vegetables and stir well.
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Then add the oil and heated milk and mix very well. Using a spatula, even out the mixture. Let the mixture rest for 5-10 minutes while the oven heats up.
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Preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC) and then bake the oats for 35-40 minutes or until the top is set and the edges are lightly browned.
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Remove the tray from the oven and allow the oats to cool completely before cutting. You can serve it hot or cold with ketchup or chutney or a squeeze of lemon juice or other dressings or as is.
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Cut and store refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or deep fryer. For 5 minutes.
notes
waffle it: Add 1/3 cup more flour. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, then spread a few drops on the waffle iron and mix.
nutrition
nutritional data
Vegetable baked oats (salted baked oat flour) Vegan
Amount per serving
calories 311
Calories from fat 81
% Daily Value*
fat 9 g14%
Saturated fats 1 g6%
sodium 450 mg20%
potassium 643 mg18%
Carbohydrates 47 g16%
Fiber 7g29%
Sugar 7 g8%
protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 5727IU115%
Vitamin C 75 mg91%
calcium 228 mg23%
iron 3 mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Ingredients and substitutions
- Old or thick oats and flour – This is the base of your dough. You can use gluten-free or other flours, if necessary.
- baking powder, salt and spices – The baking powder results in a fluffier casserole, while the salt and spices add a lot of flavor!
- vegetables – Peppers, carrots, onion, tomato and cilantro add flavor, texture and nutrients.
- wet ingredients – Non-dairy milk and oil add moisture to the oat mixture.
Advices
- If you want even heartier vegan oats, add a quarter cup of nuts or almond flour to the pan before baking.
- For more protein, add a cup or so of cooked kidney beans or edamame.
- Be sure to use warm non-dairy milk and stir really well so you have a nice, even mixture. Adding the ingredients in stages, as directed, helps you get a cohesive mixture that will bake with the best texture.
How to make savory oatmeal in the oven of vegetables
In an 8×10-inch or similar baking dish, add the oats, flour, baking powder, chia seeds, salt, and spices and mix well.
Then add all the vegetables and stir well.
When well combined, add the oil and warmed milk and mix very well.
Use a spatula to even out the mixture, then let it sit for five to ten minutes while the oven heats up.
Preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC) and then bake the oats for 35-40 minutes or until the top is set and the edges are lightly browned.
Remove the tray from the oven and allow the oats to cool completely before cutting.
You can serve savory baked oats hot or cold. They are delicious with tomato sauce or chutney or with a squeeze of lemon juice or sliced as is.
Frequently asked questions
If you have baked oats, just bake them a little longer, so they can harden in the middle.
You can make it gluten-free by using gluten-free flour and making sure your oats are certified gluten-free.
As long as your non-dairy milk is not soy milk, this recipe is naturally soy-free.
Yes! Just make sure your non-dairy milk isn’t made from nuts.