Fresh Blueberry Lemon Overnight Oats Recipe with Chia Seeds
A quick and easy healthy breakfast featuring creamy oats, fresh blueberries, zesty lemon, and crunchy chia seeds soaked overnight for a refreshing start to your day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (45g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup (75g) fresh blueberries
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup (180ml) milk of choice (whole, almond, or oat milk)
- 1/4 cup (60g) Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add old-fashioned rolled oats, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Stir to blend evenly.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in milk of choice, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in blueberries: Gently stir in fresh blueberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Portion into jars: Divide the mixture evenly into two mason jars or airtight containers.
- Refrigerate: Seal the jars and place them in the fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Serve and enjoy: Stir the oats before eating. Add a splash of milk if too thick and top with extra blueberries or nuts if desired.
Notes
Use rolled oats for best texture; quick oats can get mushy. Fresh lemon zest and juice provide the best flavor. Adjust sweetness to taste. For smoother texture, blend oats and chia seeds with milk and yogurt before adding blueberries. Avoid soaking longer than 24 hours to maintain texture. Refrigerate up to 3 days; do not freeze. Reheat gently if desired with a splash of milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 11
Keywords: overnight oats, blueberry, lemon, chia seeds, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, make ahead, gluten-free, dairy-free option