A prep recipe with a plan

Savory Mushroom Spinach Oats Recipe

A measured savory mushroom spinach oats prep recipe for 4 servings, with packing, storage, and reheating notes.

Makes

4 servings

Prep time

25 min

Best for

Portable

Flavor

Earthy, savory, and peppery

oats
mushrooms
spinach
miso
Illustrative image of savory oats with mushrooms and spinach

The useful part

How to prep it

  1. 1

    Brown the mushrooms in olive oil over medium-high heat for 6 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

  2. 2

    Pour in the broth and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the oats and cook for 5 minutes until creamy.

  3. 3

    Whisk the miso with 2 tablespoons warm broth, then stir it back into the oats. Fold in the spinach and pepper.

  4. 4

    Divide into four containers and top with scallions after cooling.

Work with what you have

Easy substitutions

Use the closest swap that fits what you have and how you plan to pack it.

rolled oats

steel-cut oats, using the longer package cooking time

miso

low-sodium soy sauce plus a squeeze of lemon

Make the next meal easier

Leftover plan

Leftover plan

Use extra savory oats as a base for roasted vegetables or a fried egg.

Storage

Cool portions in shallow sealed containers, refrigerate within 2 hours, and use within 3 days.

Reheat

Reheat with a splash of broth, stirring until creamy and hot throughout.

Food safety guidance

For cooling, storing, and reheating details, use the USDA references below.