Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Overnight Oats Recipe
Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Overnight Oats is a refreshing and nutritious breakfast that combines creamy Greek yogurt, tangy lemon, hearty oats, and a delightful crunch from poppy seeds. Perfect for meal prep, this no-cook recipe offers a high-protein start to your day with customizable toppings like fresh blueberries and extra lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Cook, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup quick or rolled oats
- 1/2 cup low-fat Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
Flavorings
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
Optional Protein Boost
- 1 scoop unflavored whey or collagen protein powder (optional)
Toppings
- Fresh blueberries (for topping)
- Extra lemon zest (for topping)
Instructions
- Mix Everything Together: In a jar or bowl, combine the oats, Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, milk, poppy seeds, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, protein powder if using, and maple syrup or honey. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Chill & Serve: Cover the jar or bowl and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld. In the morning, stir the mixture again to combine. Top with fresh blueberries and a little extra lemon zest for added color and flavor before serving.
Notes
- Make it gluten-free by using certified gluten-free oats.
- Make it vegan by using plant-based yogurt, dairy-free milk, and vegan protein powder or omitting protein powder.
- Make it dairy-free by substituting non-dairy milk and plant-based yogurt or blended silken tofu for Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Add toppings just before serving to maintain texture.
- If oats become too thick after storage, stir in a splash of milk before eating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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