Oats & Chia Porridge

This Overnight Oats and Seeds Bowl is a delicious and wholesome breakfast option. Soaked oats, flaxseeds, and chia seeds are cooked with almond milk until creamy and thick. The dish is then topped with yogurt, vanilla extract, and toasted flaked almonds, adding layers of flavor and texture. Freshly chopped bananas complete the bowl, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal. Perfect for a quick and easy breakfast, this dish can be prepared in advance and enjoyed on busy mornings.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 60 grams raw rolled oats
• 1 tablespoon flaxseeds
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 500 ml almond milk
• 80 grams yogurt
• 1 tablespoon flaked almonds, toasted
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 bowl chopped banana

Procedure:

• Soak the oats and seeds in water overnight. Toast your flaked almonds in a dry frying pan over a medium heat until golden brown on each side, about 2-3mins.
• Set aside in an airtight container.
• Pour into a pan with milk and heat, stirring, until bubbling and thick.  Divide the rest between two bowls, topping with a quarter portion each of the yogurt, add vanilla extract, almonds and chopped fruit. Mix gently.
• Sprinkle the seeds over the top and serve immediately in a bowl.

Nutritional Benefits:

• This Overnight Oats and Seeds Bowl is a powerhouse of nutrition, offering a blend of complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, and protein.
• Raw rolled oats provide fiber, which supports digestive health and keeps you feeling full longer.
• Flaxseeds and chia seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and lignans, promoting heart health and offering anti-inflammatory benefits.
• Almond milk and yogurt add calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle repair.
• The addition of bananas provides potassium and natural sweetness, while toasted flaked almonds offer a satisfying crunch along with vitamin E and magnesium.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 690 kcal
• Protein: 22.4 g
• Carbohydrates: 91.6 g
• Fat: 31.2 g