Be patriotic and start your holidays off right with this protein and fiber packed Red, White and Blue Overnight Oats!
Red, White and Blue Overnight Oats
Summer berries are nutritional powerhouses! Why not start your day with a satisfying protein-packed breakfast filled with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants? Overnight oats are a wonderful way to create a quick morning breakfast without waiting for your oats to cook. They are especially appealing during the summer when you wish to enjoy the taste and health benefits of oatmeal without the heat. This Red, White and Blue Overnight Oats recipe provides 40% of the daily recommended fiber for women and about 33% for men. Start your Memorial Day holiday with a healthy breakfast and you just might help avoid those sweet cravings later in the day! Enjoy this meal prep breakfast treat for every patriotic holiday!
Be #patriotic and start your summer holidays off right with this protein and fiber packed Red, White and Blue Overnight Oats! Share on X
Red, White and Blue Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup old fashioned oatmeal
- 2 Tablespoons vanilla whey protein powder preferably grass-fed
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1/3 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or milk of choice
- 1/3 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 packet stevia or preferred sweetener if desired
- 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- In the evening, combine all ingredients except fruit in a container or Mason jar, stir, cover and refrigerate.
- In the morning, layer oat/yogurt mixture, strawberries and blueberries to create a parfait.
[…] My favorite dairy food overall is Greek yogurt. It’s packed with nutrition, especially protein and calcium, and is SO versatile! It’s an awesome addition to recipes. Overnight oats is a breakfast I enjoy on most mornings because I can grab it and get to work. The protein contained in the Greek yogurt helps me stay full and protects my precious muscle. I have so many recipes but I’ll stick with the summer patriotic theme and share my Red, White and Blue Overnight Oats. @LaurenPincusRD […]