Overnight oats with prunes & flaxseed

Approved by an Accredited Practising Dietitian

Why this recipe is good for you

This recipe is especially rich in Gut health, Fibre and Omega-3.

  • Gut health — A healthy gut supports digestion, immunity and even mood. Fibre-rich and fermented foods — like yoghurt, oats and legumes — feed the good bacteria that live there.
  • Fibre — Fibre supports healthy digestion, helps steady your blood sugar, and feeds the good bacteria in your gut.
  • Omega-3 — Omega-3 fats support heart, brain and mood health, and are important in pregnancy for your baby’s brain and eye development.

A make-ahead breakfast built on oats, prunes and flaxseed for a serious fibre boost.

Breakfast · Serves 1 · Ready in 5 min · Rich in Gut health, Fibre, Omega-3

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • 1/4 cup natural yoghurt
  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
  • 3 prunes, chopped
  • Drizzle of honey (optional)

Method

  1. Stir the oats, milk, yoghurt and flaxseed together in a jar.
  2. Fold through the chopped prunes.
  3. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  4. Stir and add a drizzle of honey before serving, if you like.

Tip: Chop the prunes so they distribute through the oats instead of sinking to the bottom.

Roughly per serve

  • Protein: 8 g
  • Fibre: 9 g
  • Omega-3: 300 mg

Everyday recipes with approximate per-serve nutrient values estimated from AUSNUT and USDA food-composition data. A general guide, not individual advice.

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