Description

This savory oat waffle recipe offers a nutritious and approachable way to incorporate whole grains into everyday meals. The combination of oats and yogurt provides a source of fiber and protein, while herbs and mild spices enhance flavor without relying on excess sodium or added fats. Designed to be both versatile and budget-friendly, this recipe supports balanced eating patterns and can be easily adapted with additional vegetables to increase nutrient variety, making it a practical option for health-focused meal planning.

waffles on a plate with green dipping sauce on the side. yellow silver ware and napkin on the side.
Level: Easy Prep: 30 minutes Yield: 8 pancakes
Total: 30 minutes Cost: Less than $2 per serving Serving Size: 2 pancakes

Ingredients

  • 3 cup oats
  • ¼ cup chopped onions
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • ¼ tsp chilli flake
  • ½ cup greek yogurt
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup water (or as needed to reach desired consistency)

Directions

  1. Blend 1 ½ cup of your rolled oats to a fine powder.
  2. Mix blended and remaining whole oats, yogurt, chopped onions, chili flakes, salt, and cilantro.
  3. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  4. Add water to reach a pouring consistency.
  5. Heat a pan over medium heat and add a teaspoon of oil (unless using a non-stick pan).

Variations

  • Use millet powder, or chickpea flour in place of oats.
  • Add any vegetable of your choice (Carrots, red or green bell peppers).
 

Nutrition Facts

1 servings per recipe
Serving size: 
Calories 340.9 per serving

Contents % Daily Value
Total Fat 7.4g 11%
   
Saturated Fat 2.4g 12%
Trans Fat 0.1g  
Cholesterol 9.2mg 3%
Sodium 323.6mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 53.7mg 18%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g 31%
Total Sugars 3.1g  
   
Protein 15.3g 31%
Vitamin A  1%
Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  11%
Iron  18%
   
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
 
Gastelum, A., Shaw, W. 2026, HiFiber Breakfast | Oat Waffles, University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Recipes

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