Healthy Eating 101 Good Food Fast Healthy High-Protein Add-Ins to Make Your Oatmeal More Satisfying Adding these high-protein foods to your morning bowl of oatmeal can amp it up and make for a more satisfying breakfast. Follow this easy 2 step process to make your most filling bowl yet! By Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Instagram Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD, is EatingWell's former test kitchen & editorial operations manager. During her time at EatingWell, Breana oversaw the development, production and nutrition analysis of 500-plus recipes per year and helped manage day-to-day operations to keep everything running smoothly. Breana has a master's degree in public health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu London, a Wine Spirit & Education Trust-trained sommelier and a registered dietitian. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on April 30, 2020 Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Instagram Twitter Victoria Seaver is a registered dietitian and Associate Editorial Director for EatingWell.com. She completed her undergraduate degree in nutrition, dietetics and food science and her masters degree and dietetic internship at the University of Vermont. Victoria has been a part of the EatingWell.com team since 2015. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Share Tweet Pin Email Oatmeal is a go-to for morning meals, but if you're like us, it can leave you feeling hungry again in an hour. Adding these high-protein foods to your morning bowl of oatmeal can amp it up and make for a more satisfying breakfast. So, the next time you make a batch of oatmeal, follow this easy 2 step process to make it your most filling bowl yet! Healthy Oatmeal Recipes How to Make the Most Satisfying Bowl of Oatmeal 1. Make the oatmeal Bring 1 cup water (or milk) and a pinch of salt (if desired) to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in 1/2 cup oats and reduce the heat to medium; cook for 5 minutes. See the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Oatmeal 2. Choose one of our favorite protein additions Whisk in your protein boost of choice and cook the oatmeal for 1 minute more. Then top with your favorite crunch, or add touch of sweetness and boom, you're full until lunch. Pictured recipe: Sriracha, Egg & Avocado Overnight Oats The incredible egg 6 grams protein Mixing in a beaten large egg or 3 tablespoons of egg whites turns oats super silky. Plus, it's great with sweet or savory toppings. Read More: 10 Foods with More Protein Than an Egg Add nut butter 7 grams protein Two tablespoons of peanut, almond or sunflower seed butter provide as much protein as an egg. Top with fruit and it'll be like a PB & J! Whisk in Greek yogurt 6 grams protein A 1/4 cup of non-fat Greek yogurt gives you a staying-power boost with only 33 calories. Add fruit and nuts for a parfait-inspired bowl. Pictured Recipe: Quinoa Chia Oatmeal Mix Ch-ch-ch-Chia seeds! 6 grams protein Topping with 3 tablespoons also gives your oatmeal an 11 gram fiber boost. That's almost half your daily requirement! Sprinkle in protein powder 20 grams protein Protein powder (like whey protein) isn't just for body builders! Stirring in 2 tablespoons of a no-sugar-added variety adds milky flavor and creaminess to your oatmeal. Bring on the beans 6 grams protein Opt for 5 tablespoons hummus, 6 tablespoons refried beans or 3 oz. silken tofu. A sprinkle of za'atar and feta on hummus oats? Yes please. Can Protein Help You Lose More Weight? Cottage cheese is making a comeback 7 grams protein 1/4 cup of curds makes your oats oh-so-lucious and flavorful. Top it just like you would plain cottage cheese or enjoy as is. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit