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On-the-Go Oatmeal

This on-the-go oatmeal requires no cooking time, is prepared in advance, and is portable. All you need to do is grab a jar or other reusable container and follow this simple ratio. Mix equal parts rolled oats and milk of choice and 1 tsp of chia seeds, then cover and let sit in the fridge overnight.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 5 minutes
Yield 1 person

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup rolled oats
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup milk of choice
  • 1/8 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fruit assorted
  • 1 tbsp nuts, seeds, coconut chopped (optional)

Instructions

  • In an 8-16 oz jar/container with a lid, whisk together the oats, chia seeds, and cinnamon.
  • Add milk and vanilla and stir to combine. Cover the container and place in the fridge overnight.
  • Top oat mixture with fruit and nuts/seeds.
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Nutrition Facts
On-the-Go Oatmeal
Per
 
261 g
Calories
250
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.5
g
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
45
g
15
%
Fibre
 
8
g
33
%
Sugars
 
19
g
21
%
Protein
 
8
g
16
%
Cholesterol
 
5
mg
2
%
Sodium
 
35
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
371
mg
11
%
Calcium
 
141
mg
14
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
*5% or less is a little, 15% or more is a lot

Tips & Notes

Recipe by Half Your Plate On-Campus Ambassador Laura Jeha (Acadia University)