Ingredient Vegetable Greens Collard Greens Savory Oatmeal with Cheddar, Collards & Eggs 4.3 (8) 5 Reviews Have you tried savory oats yet? It's a nice change-up from the sweet way oatmeal is typically served, plus you get a full serving of vegetables. Serve with hot sauce, if desired. By Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD See More Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 21, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Jill Cerreta, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jill Cerreta, M.S., RD Jill Cerreta was a nutrition consultant for EatingWell for a number of years, reviewing our content for factual accuracy and ensuring recipes fit our nutrition parameters. As a registered dietitian, she meets with clients at her private practice, Live Well Nutrition, based in Rutland Town, Vermont. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings Nutrition Profile: Gut Healthy Mediterranean Diet High-Calcium Bone Health Nut-Free Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegetarian Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts This savory oatmeal dish includes a full serving of vegetables, helping you meet your nutritional goals.Eggs provide high-quality protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.Cheddar cheese and chipotle salsa add a deliciously creamy and spicy kick. Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1/2x 1x 2x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. This recipe was developed and tested at its original yield and has not been tested at other yields. Note that only the ingredient list is scaled, so you may need to make adjustments to ingredient amounts, cooking times and equipment sizes in the recipe steps. Scaling could also impact the nutrition analysis. Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons diced shallot 2 cups rolled oats (see Tip) 4 cups water plus 1/2 cup, divided ½ teaspoon salt, divided ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided 10 cups chopped collard greens (from 1-2 bunches) 2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese ¼ cup chipotle salsa, plus more for serving 4 large eggs, cooked as desired Directions Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add oats and stir for 1 minute. Add 4 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook, stirring often, until creamy, 10 to 12 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add collards along with the remaining 1/2 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar. Stir cheese and salsa into the oatmeal. Serve with the collards, eggs and more salsa, if desired. Tips Tip: People with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should use oats that are labeled “gluten-free,” as oats are often cross-contaminated with wheat and barley. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2018 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 436 Calories 25g Fat 35g Carbs 21g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 cup oatmeal, 1/2 cup collards & 1 egg Calories 436 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 35g 13% Dietary Fiber 8g 29% Total Sugars 3g Protein 21g 41% Total Fat 25g 32% Saturated Fat 8g 42% Cholesterol 213mg 71% Vitamin A 5239IU 105% Vitamin C 32mg 36% Folate 163mcg 41% Sodium 763mg 33% Calcium 469mg 36% Iron 3mg 16% Magnesium 82mg 20% Potassium 456mg 10% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.