Zoats

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Vegetables provide important nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, folate (folic acid), and dietary fiber. It is important to eat a variety of vegetables because different vegetables provide different nutrients.

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:

1 cup zucchini, gently rubbed under cold running water, shredded
2 cups water*
1 cup rolled or quick oats
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla
1 Tablespoon peanut butter (optional)
1 small banana, gently rubbed under cold running water, peeled and sliced (optional)
1 Tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)

Directions:

Wash hands with soap and water.
In a medium microwave safe bowl, combine zucchini, water or milk, oats, cinnamon, and vanilla.
Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir.
Microwave again for 1 minute. Stir. Continue microwaving and stirring until oats are soft.
Stir in peanut butter if desired. Top with optional banana slices and chocolate chips.
Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes:

*Low fat milk could be used in place of water.

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