Power Through Breakfast with Overnight Oats

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Breakfast is the meal that gets your day started and overnight oats have a mix of carbs and fiber to deliver longer lasting energy.

Another bonus of overnight oats that they are convenient, and you can prep them ahead of time by making them the night before or even, making a couple of jars at a time!

Thanks for the samples Naked Oats! (Photo Credit: @lm_pics607)

BOOSTED-UP OVERNIGHT OATS

I was excited to find boosted-up overnight oat mixes, like Naked Oats (pictured here)! The biggest bonus of pre-mixed products like this is CONVENIENCE. It takes only 30-seconds to prepare* (OR LESS) because all you do is combine two scoops of the overnight oats mix and one cup of water or milk of your choice. Then refrigerate for at least five hours or overnight.

*Tip: For a thicker-texture overnight oats, use two scoops of the Naked Oats mix and decrease the liquid to 3/4 cup and refrigerate overnight.

NUTRITION HIGHLIGHTS

What I love about this product is the protein boost and that there is no added sugar!

The added protein is from a combination of whey protein, peanut flour, and chia protein. And it gains its sweetness from fermented sugar (Reb-M).

Per serving: Each serving delivers about 240 calories, along with 7 grams of fiber, 20 grams of protein, and no added sugar which will help to fill you up and provide longer lasting energy.

Naked Oats are also available in a variety of delicious flavor profiles, including Chocolate Peanut Butter, Cinnamon Roll, Green Apple Cinnamon, Blueberry Cobbler, Double Chocolate, and Strawberry Cream.

TOPPING TIPS

Here are some topping tips to add to overnight oats before serving!

Chocolate Peanut Butter - Fresh banana slices and a sprinkle of coconut
Cinnamon Roll - Fresh blueberries and a dash of cinnamon
Green Apple Cinnamon - Fresh apple slices and a drizzle of melted peanut butter
Blueberry Cobbler - Fresh berries and a drizzle of Barleans Seriously Delicious Omega-Swirl
Double Chocolate - Fresh raspberries and cocoa powder
Strawberry Cream - Fresh strawberries and a sprinkle of chia seeds

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post by Naked Oats and product samples were provided.

Two Cauliflower Product Reviews

Cauliflower Rice (Image Source: Getty Images)

There are a lot of great cauliflower-based products in the freezer section of the grocery store! A bonus is that they are quick and easy to prepare and a way to add-in more vegetables to your meals.

And if you love cauliflower, check out this Roasted Cauliflower Hummus recipe too, click here.

CAULIFLOWER GNOCCHI

These cauliflower-based gnocchi from Green Giant are SO delicious! They are made with 40-percent cauliflower. Per serving they have 5 grams of fiber and 8 grams of protein. You can use the gnocchi as a side dish at a meal or as the base for a main dish. They cook up in boiling water in just a matter of 2 - 3 minutes!

For a protein boost, serve with grilled chicken or your favorite protein.

Pictured here, the gnocchi were served with a garden-fresh quick tomato sauce (See recipe below).

MEXICAN RICE

This cauliflower-rice dish is so simple and easy from Wegmans. The cauliflower rice is tossed with corn, green peppers, Mexican spices, and black beans. It is gluten-free. Each serving has only 60 calories and has 3 grams of fiber and 2 grams of protein. This goes great as a taco or burrito filling or even as the base for a “rice” bowl.

To heat it up, you can microwave it or just prepare it in a skillet with some olive or coconut oil.

This is also available in a Asian Style and a Garlic & Herb at Wegmans in the freezer section of the store.

Garden-Fresh Quick Tomato Sauce
Serves 4

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 sweet onion, diced
6 roma or small tomatoes, seeds removed and chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 cup white wine
1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano)
1 tablespoon butter or plant-based spread

Directions:

1. In a skillet heat the olive oil, add the onion, tomatoes, and garlic. Cook down for 10 - 15 minutes until the tomatoes are tender and the onions and garlic are softened. Add the white wine and oregano. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 5 - 10 minutes.

2. Finish with the butter or plant-based butter spread. Once melted, stir to combine. Then toss the sauce with pasta or gnocchi of your choice.