This Superfood Overnight Oatmeal Recipe Is a Nutritional Powerhouse (High-Fiber, High-Protein) by Elisa Schmitz
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Sweet potatoes are one of my very favorite superfoods. Sweet potatoes are known as a superfood because they're packed with an amazing amount of nutrition. Plus, they're delicious! It turns out that when you combine the flavor of sweet potatoes with the ease and comfort of oatmeal, you get a winning combination. This delicious superfood overnight oats recipe is a nutritional powerhouse.
Research shows that antioxidant-rich sweet potatoes may help reduce cancer risk, help promote gut health, help control blood sugar, help lower cholesterol and help reduce inflammation, among the many health benefits of sweet potatoes. But best of all is their taste and texture. With natural sweetness and moisture, sweet potatoes are pure delicious! If you're like me and trying to get more fiber and nutrition into your diet, then look no further than this comforting breakfast recipe.
The superfood overnight oatmeal recipe is simple to make and packed with protein and fiber. Check out the health benefits of fiber and the health benefits of protein. The hearty oatmeal recipe is naturally sweet, thanks to the sweet potatoes, maple syrup and antioxidant-rich raisins. Check out the health benefits of raisins. The creamy protein comes from milk and Greek yogurt (check out the health benefits of Greek yogurt). The oats and chia seeds are an amazing source of fiber. Check out the health benefits of oats and the health benefits of chia seeds.
The gluten-free recipe takes only about five minutes to prep and a few hours to set in the refrigerator. Here are the wholesome ingredients you'll need to gather: sweet potato puree, milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, maple syrup, rolled oats, chia seeds (or ground flax), cinnamon and raisins. You simply combine the ingredients then let them soak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least four hours (or overnight) before serving.
You can enjoy this high-protein and high-fiber oatmeal recipe cold or hot, whichever tastes better to you. We love it topped with chopped pecans for brunch or as an easy, nutritious snack any time of day.
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes plus 4 hours (or overnight) to soak
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes plus 4 hours (or overnight) to soak
Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 1 cup sweet potatoes, mashed (or sweet potato puree)
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 1/4 cups rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds (or ground flax)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup raisins
- chopped pecans or walnuts, for topping (optional)
Here's how to make it:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the mashed sweet potatoes, milk, yogurt, vanilla and maple syrup. Stir to combine. Add the oats, chia and cinnamon. Stir to combine. (You could use honey instead of maple syrup and ground flax instead of chia, if desired. Oats are naturally gluten-free, but if you need to be sure, use gluten-free oats.)
- Fold in the raisins.
- Transfer the mixture to an airtight container, such as a mason jar or food storage container. Cover with the lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Remove from the refrigerator and scoop into bowls of choice (or eat it straight from the container!).
- Top with chopped pecans, if you like. Serve cold or hot. Store leftover oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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