Whether it’s an early meeting or getting the kids off to school, the morning rush can sometimes lead to less-than-optimal breakfast choices. Overnight oats are a fast, easy way to make sure you start your day off with the energy and nutrients you need to be at your best.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- ½ cup oats
- ⅔ cup unsweetened milk of choice*
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Up to 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup**
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
Directions
- Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
- Spoon into a jar with a tight-fitting lid.
- Seal the lid securely.
- Refrigerate a minimum of four hours but preferably overnight.
*Nutrition information based on cow’s milk and yogurt and no honey.
**Added sugars will range from 0 to 9 grams depending on the amount of honey or maple syrup used.
Nutrition facts (per serving)
270 calories; 4 g fat; 230 mg sodium; 38 g carbs; 5 g dietary fiber; 22 sugar; 21 g protein
Customize this recipe for your goals
Stay active: Add 1-2 tablespoons of sliced almonds to the oats right before serving. They’re a good source of magnesium to support energy production, mood, and sleep.
Destress: Add a ½ cup of dark cherries to the oats. They’re one of the only natural food sources of melatonin, the chemical that controls the body’s internal clock to regulate sleep.
Maximize performance: Add a ¼ cup of blueberries and a sprinkle of walnuts to help your body reduce inflammation and support metabolic recovery.
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