By Nutrition Peer Counselor Wendy Liang

Busy schedule and need an easy meal to go? This Overnight Matcha Berry Oats is jam-packed with fiber and antioxidants to start your day, keeping you satisfied and energized.  

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 8 hours

Ingredients:

• ⅔ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy options)

• ⅔ cup old-fashioned oats (see Tip)

• 1 teaspoon matcha powder

• 1 tablespoon chia seeds

• 2 teaspoons sweetener (pure maple syrup, honey, agave, etc)

• ⅛ teaspoon salt

• ¼ cup blueberries

• ¼ cup raspberries

• 1 tablespoon sliced almonds

*Want more protein? You can add 1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt or nut butter.

Directions:

1. Combine milk, oats, matcha powder, chia seeds, sweetener, and salt in a pint jar and stir. Top with blueberries, raspberries, and almonds. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Tip:

Oats labeled “gluten-free,” should be used for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, as oats are often cross-contaminated with wheat.

Source: https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/7938472/overnight-matcha-oats-with-berries/