Recipe: 5-Minute Multigrain Cereal

5-MINUTE MULTIGRAIN CEREAL

Serves 1.

Note: From "Simple Vegan!" by Good Housekeeping.

• 2 tbsp. quick-cooking barley

• 2 tbsp. bulgur

• 2 tbsp. old-fashioned oats, uncooked

• 2/3 c. water

• Pinch ground cinnamon

• 1 tbsp. chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

In a microwave-safe 1-quart bowl, combine barley, bulgur, oats and water. Microwave on high 2 minutes. Stir in raisins and cinnamon; microwave 3 minutes longer. Stir, then top with walnuts.

Nutrition information per serving:

Carbohydrates50 gProtein8 gDietary fiber7 g

POMEGRANATE-BERRY SMOOTHIE

Serves 1.

Note: Adapted from "Simple Vegan!" by Good Housekeeping.

• 1/2 c. pomegranate juice, chilled

• 1 c. frozen mixed berries

Directions

In a blender, combine juice, yogurt and berries; blend until mixture is smooth. Pour into tall glass.

Nutrition information per serving with soy yogurt:

Calories230Fat2 gSodium25 mg

BANANA-PEANUT-BUTTER SMOOTHIE

Serves 1.

Note: Adapted from "Simple Vegan!" by Good Housekeeping.

• 1 small ripe banana, cut in half

• 1/2 c. milk (soy or regular)

• 3 ice cubes

Directions

In a blender, combine banana, milk, peanut butter and ice cubes; blend until mixture is smooth and frothy. Pour into tall glass.

Nutrition information per serving using soy milk:

Calories165Fat4 gSodium85 mg