Name: Unreal Overnight Quinoa & Oats Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1/4 cup large flaked gluten free rolled oats; 1/4 cup cooked quinoa; 2 tablespoons natural vanilla vegan protein powder; 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 banana, mashed; A few drops of liquid stevia (or 1 teaspoon pure honey or maple syrup); 1/4 cup raspberries; 1/4 cup blueberries; 1/4 cup diced peaches; 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk; Optional Toppings: toasted coconut, almond butter, almonds, seeds, dried fruits, fresh fruits, etc.

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This delicious and healthy clean eating overnight quinoa and oats recipe is super easy to make, packed with protein and added quinoa, and makes a perfect no cook option for breakfast that’s dairy free, gluten free, and vegan!

Overnight Quinoa & Oats For Better Mornings

If there ever was a breakfast that checked every nutritional box, this is it. The all-encompassing delicious, nutritious, filling, super easy Fruit-Filled Protein Packed Overnight Quinoa & Oats! This delightful breakfast bowl is a source of so many nutrients and is such a great way to start the day. Not to mention, it’s a huge time-saver because you simply prepare it the night before, then in the morning, sprinkle on the garnishes and you’re done!

Nutrition in Overnight Quinoa & Oats

So what nutritional goodness will you find in these overnight oats?

Protein
Fiber
Healthy Omega Rich Fats
Vitamins A, C, and B
Minerals like Calcium, Magnesium and Manganese
Antioxidants
Love

Oh yeah, I put love in all of my food... it’s kind of mandatory in the Kitch. I love how a simple mixture of whole food ingredients can create such a delicious plethora of nutrient goodness. These overnight oats are also unique because I’ve added in quinoa, natural plant-based protein powder, and almonds. These foods in particular bring in extra plant proteins and awesome minerals including calcium.

How to Use Quinoa in Overnight Oats:

When making an overnight quinoa and oats combo you can use quinoa in two different ways:

Cooked whole quinoa
Quinoa flakes

I prefer using cooked whole quinoa as it adds a different texture that compliments the rolled oats rather than getting lost in the mix with the oats as flaked quinoa and rolled oats have a very similar texture. All you need to do is cook the quinoa ahead of time and add it into the mix with the rest of the ingredients for and overnight quinoa and oats blend.

Just because I love overnight oats and think you should too, give these combinations a try by swapping out the fruit mix in this recipe for other combinations like…

Apple & Cinnamon for a little “apple pie” action. Pumpkin Puree & Pumpkin Pie Spice for a little “pumpkin pie” maybe? Cocoa Powder & Banana to make it “chunky monkey” style and top with peanut butter. Mango & Coconut for some tropical flavors..yes please! Carrot Puree, Raisins, Nutmeg, Cinnamon & Pineapple to make it just like good old carrot cake. Or, Strawberries & Rhubarb for a sweet summer combo.

This post was sponsored by AlgeaCal, a great source of natural calcium, just like this recipe!