TURMERIC SPICED PUMPKIN PORRIDGE WITH POACHED PEAR
SERVINGS : 1 | PREPARATION : 10 MINS | COOK TIME : 10 MINS
The prebiotic fibre in Super Blends Prebiotic Fibre – Turmeric & Coconut helps to nourish the good bacteria in the gut^ . Pears , pumpkin and blueberries contain vitamin C to help keep your immune system fighting fit^ . Warm spices of turmeric and cinnamon makes it a comforting breakfast option for a chilly morning .
^ As part of a healthy varied diet
INGREDIENTS
1 x 46g sachet of UNCLE TOBYS Super Blends Prebiotic Fibre – Turmeric & Coconut 1 pear , peeled , quartered and cored ½ cup water 1 tsp pure maple syrup 1 tsp lemon juice ½ tsp ground cinnamon ½ cup butternut pumpkin , peeled , chopped 1 / 3 cup skim milk 1 tsp crushed walnuts , to serve ¼ cup ( 30g ) blueberries , to serve
Nutrition per serve : 1744 kJ ; 11g protein ; 10.9g fat ( 2.3g saturated fat ); 59g carbs ( 36g total sugars ); 17.3g fibre ; 49mg sodium .
© Dietitian Connection
PREPARATION
1 . To prepare the pear , place water , maple syrup , lemon juice and cinnamon in a medium saucepan , and stir over a medium-heat and bring to a boil . Add the pear and reduce the heat to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes or until pear is tender . Remove from heat and set aside .
2 . In a small microwave-safe dish , cook the pumpkin for 1.5 minutes in the microwave or until tender . Once softened , mash with a fork until it forms a smooth texture . Set aside .
3 . Cook the oats as per packet instructions with skim milk . Set aside .
4 . To serve , fold porridge mixture through pumpkin puree . Top with the poached pear and chopped walnuts . Garnish with pumpkin seeds and berries .