Blueberry Lemon Overnight Oats
Blueberry lemon overnight oats combine tangy lemon zest and sweet blueberries with creamy oats, ideal for a refreshing and nutritious vegan breakfast.
Ingredients
Oats
- 2 cups rolled oats (Quick oats work too, but has a different texture)
- 2 cups plant milk of choice
- 4 scoops vanilla protein powder (optional - if you don't use this add 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- 2 tbsp ground flax seeds
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (1 lemon)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries for topping
Chia Jam
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan on medium heat, add blueberries, allow them to heat up and gently mash them to your desired consistency.
- Next, add your lemon juice, chia seeds, and maple syrup. Cook on medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes until everything is combined and heated through.
- Allow to cool for at least 5 mins, this jam will thicken as it cools.
- While the jam is cooling, prepare the oats. In a large mixing bowl add oats, plant milk, protein powder, lemon zest, lemon juice, and ground flax. Stir to combine.
- Using 4 jars, assemble them by layering first the oat mixture, then the chia jam, oat mixture, then chia jam again. Top with fresh blueberries, and leave in the fridge for at least 8 hours.
Notes
Note: Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 6.5g | Sugar: 12.5g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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