Description
Lemon Overnight Oats (bright & fresh) deliver a creamy, citrus-infused breakfast that feels light, energizing, and perfectly balanced. With fresh lemon zest, yogurt, and wholesome oats, this easy meal prep recipe creates a refreshing start to busy mornings.
Ingredients
1 cup rolled oats
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup plain yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon chia seeds
Optional toppings: fresh berries, coconut flakes, sliced almonds
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, lemon zest, and chia seeds.
2. Add lemon juice, yogurt, milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
3. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
4. Transfer the mixture into an airtight jar or container.
5. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
6. Stir before serving and adjust consistency with a splash of milk if needed.
7. Top with fresh berries, coconut flakes, or almonds before serving.
Notes
Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
Avoid zesting the bitter white pith under the lemon peel.
For extra creaminess, increase yogurt slightly.
Oats keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Add toppings just before serving to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg