breakfast

Overnight Oats with Berries & Walnuts

A make-ahead breakfast where beta-glucan and slow carbs meet flavonoid-rich berries.

5 min
Prep
0 min
Cook
Easy
Difficulty
2
Servings
vegetarianhigh-fibrenut-free
Adjust
2 servings

Ingredients

Method

  1. 1

    Combine oats and yoghurt in two jars; add a splash of milk or plant milk to loosen.

  2. 2

    Refrigerate overnight, or at least 4 hours.

  3. 3

    Top with blueberries and roughly chopped nuts before serving.

Nutrition

Per serving
Calorie split404 kcal from macros
Protein 12% · 11.9 g Carbs 48% · 48.9 g Fat 40% · 17.9 g
Calories
387 kcal
Protein
11.9 g
Carbs
48.9 g
Fat
17.9 g
Fibre
5.0 g
Sodium
139 mg

Whole recipe totals: 774 kcal · 23.8 g protein · 97.6 g carbs · 35.8 g fat.

Allergens:Milk, Tree nut
Why this recipe works

Composition

Beta-glucan from oats forms a viscous gel in the gut, slowing glucose release. The yoghurt adds complete protein, and berries plus nuts contribute polyphenols and healthy fats that slow digestion further.

What this recipe may support

Body functions

  • Digestion

    Soluble fibre from oats and live cultures from yoghurt support regular bowel function.

  • Heart

    Oat beta-glucan and walnut ALA together contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol.

Modifications

Make it vegan

Use coconut or soy yoghurt and plant milk.

Make it gluten-free

Use certified gluten-free rolled oats.

Increase protein

Stir in an extra 20 g of yoghurt or a scoop of unflavoured protein powder.

This platform provides general nutrition information and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Nutritional needs vary between individuals.