“For every minute spent in organizing, an hour is earned”. To whoever wrote this quote, thank you very much for the tip. But you know what would really be helpful? If you could also tell me how to actually be organized. No, really. It’s easier said than done!
Of all the things that could make my life (a lot) easier, time management and organization are definitely on the top of my list. Because the truth is, I’m not good at neither.
And it’s not like I don’t try. Seriously, every morning I start my day with a plan, a list of things I want to get done and the best intention to accomplish all of them. Problem is, somewhere along the way, my plan magically disappears. It drives me crazy. And everyone around me too, for that matter.
So, I’ve decided, it’s time to do something about it. And in case “someone” (and by someone I mean my sister) doesn’t believe me, here’s the proof: it’s Monday; I have to leave the house by 7:45am; and breakfast is already waiting for me in the fridge. Yep, I actually thought about it and made it ahead of time. How’s that for being organized, uh?
Well, at least it’s a start. Baby steps J
Have a great Monday!
Vicky
- Prep time: 7 minutes plus overnight refrigeration
- makes 4 cups
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup vanilla almond milk (we use Silk Pure Almond)
- 2 organic apples
- 2 tbsp honey*
- 1 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup plain or vanilla greek yogurt* (we use Chobani)
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 4 tbsp toasted slivered almonds
- In a medium bowl, combine oats, chia seeds and almond milk
- In the meantime, peal and grate the apples. Add lemon juice and honey and mix well
- Add greek yogurt and apples to the oat mixture. Mix well and refrigerate overnight
- Before serving, top with ¼ cup pomegranate seeds and 1 tbsp almonds
*For a vegan option you can use agave nectar or maple syrup and your favorite vegan yogurt
ENJOY!! From May I have that recipe
I’ve switched to oats for breakfast and let them cook while I’m putting on my make-up. I finish getting ready and by the time I’m ready for breakfast, the oats are cooked and cool enough to eat!
Thank you for the tip. I will try it when the weather gets colder. Wish me luck !
what a brilliant idea! and I love the bowl in the last photo!
Thanks! Great time saver, quick and easy. Perfect for me
Glad you like it!
Jenny, I’ve got the same bowl – it’s from Anthropologie and they still have them!
That looks lovely! I have a baked oatmeal recipe on our blog, and it is perfect for winter and pre-made breakfast – plus it is great for dessert, too! What’s not to love about that, right?!? LOL!
It keeps well in the fridge, and is super easy to reheat.
Susan
Hmm… Sounds good to me!!! Thanks
I debated this make ahead breakfast, but it never happened so I just found an instant oatmeal at Trader Joe’s that I like (heart healthy blueberry!). But one day maybe I’ll get myself organized enough to do this
Hahaha believe me, if I can do it, anyone can!!
Your oatmeal looks soooo good! And I just watched the Jennifer Aniston secret security tape video – so funny!
Thanks!! We just watched it too, she’s soo funny! Love her!
Good recipe! I’ve found that cooking old fashioned oats in the microwave actually works. I put them in a big (4-cup) Pyrex measuring cup (they bubble up as they cook, and can overflow a bowl) and nuke for about 2 1/2 minutes (time varies depending on your microwave). Easy, fast, tasty! But I haven’t been putting in all the great flavor that you add to your oatmeal – I need to do that!
Thanks for the tip! I’m gonna have to try that in the winter!
Any suggestions for substituting the Pomegranate?? They aren’t easily accessible or on the affordable side where I am at. Thx!!
Absolutely! Any kind of berry would work great here. As we get into the fall and berries are not easy to find, dried fruits works really well too. We love dried cranberries or cherries, they add a really nice tart flavor. Hope this helps!
I am gonna use Quinoa Flakes vs oats and try this soon, thanks
Ooohhh… That sounds good! Great idea!
Why would I want to use silk if I am going to add yogurt from cows milk?. No thank you!.
That’s a good point. If you scroll down after the ingredient list, we have a note on how to make this recipe vegan. You can use your favorite vegan yogurt and agave nectar instead of honey. Hope this helps.