Description
Start your day with a flavorful twist on classic overnight oats with these Indian-inspired mango and cardamom flavored oats. Packed with healthy ingredients and warming spices, this make-ahead breakfast is perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats;
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds;
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom;
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon;
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder;
- pinch of ground black pepper;
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice);
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt;
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup;
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup diced mango;
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios or almonds;
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional).
Instructions
- Prepare the Oats: In a medium bowl or jar, combine oats, almond milk, yogurt, chia seeds, honey, cardamom, cinnamon, turmeric, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- Serve: In the morning, stir the oats and add a splash of milk if needed for desired consistency. Top with mango, pistachios or almonds, and shredded coconut if using. Serve chilled.
Notes
- You can swap mango for banana, berries, or papaya.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt and maple syrup.
- The turmeric and black pepper not only add flavor but also enhance anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
