Whether I'm working in the office or at home, I want a healthy lunch that doesn't take a tremendous amount of time or energy to make and travels well. It needs to be something I can grab and go as I'm running out the door and something that is nutritious, healthy, and satisfying. I don't have time to eat 4 meals during my feeding window (noon - 8pm) so I want nutrient-dense meals that are going to pack a punch. These overnight oats are delicious and absolutely fit the bill.
These overnight oats take 5 minutes to make and I'll generally do them before heading to bed. One jar makes a pretty large serving and because of both the chia seeds and oats, you're getting a good amount of fiber in as well.
Variations:
Replace raspberries with the fruit of your choice - strawberries, blueberries, apricots, you name it.
Use the milk of your liking. I don't consume dairy so I chose to use almond milk and an almond yogurt. Have a nut allergy? Use coconut milk and yogurt. Soy and regular milk will work as well.
Instead of almond butter, use another nut butter.
Add cacao if you are looking for something more dessert-like
Each jar is a meal unto itself and will fill you up. If you don't add the nut butter to the top, fat, and proteins will both drop.
What do you include in your overnight oats?
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Raspberry Banana Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1 mashed banana
- 1 1/4 cups unsweetened plain almond milk
- 1 regular container of Kite Hill plain yogurt
- 1c gluten-free oats
- 1/4 cup mashed raspberries
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
Instructions
- Mix the banana, yogurt and almond milk in a bowl
- Stir the overnight oats and chia seeds to the mixture.
- Add the mashed raspberries and stir.
- Pour half the mixture into one mason jar or plastic container and cover. Repeat for the second container. Make sure you leave space at the top as the oats and chia will expand.
- Place in the refrigerator overnight.
- When you go to eat it, feel free to add some almond butter and some additional fruit.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
157Fat
6 gSat. Fat
1 gCarbs
24 gFiber
5 gNet carbs
19 gSugar
4 gProtein
5 gSodium
104 mgCholesterol
0 mg