Summer Oatmeal
This is a twist on traditional oatmeal making oats a great carbohydrate-rich recovery option even in the heat of summer. The colorful fruit and crunchy nuts provide crucial antioxidants to support your immune system.
- 2/3 cup uncooked rolled oats
- 2/3 cup 2% milk
- 2/3 cup nonfat plain yogurt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2/3 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 1/2 cups peeled and grated red apples
- 3 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
1. In a large bowl, combine oats, milk, yogurt and vanilla. Let sit for 5 minutes to soften oats.
2. In a small bowl, combine orange juice, chopped nuts and honey. Grate apple and immediately add to orange juice mixture. Add remaining berries. Stir into yogurt mixture and mix well. Serve chilled.
Makes 8 (1-cup) servings
Nutrition Data
- 220 calories
- 35 g carbohydrate
- 6 g fiber
- 7 g protein
- 7 g fat
- 26 mg sodium
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Balance this meal with scrambled eggs and salsa for a bit more muscle-stimulating protein and protective antioxidants.
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About the Author
Hana Abdulaziz Feeney, MS, RD, CSSD is a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and virtual nutrition coach who specializes in weight management, diabetes, celiac disease, food allergies, eco-friendly eating and sports nutrition. Visit her website for more great ideas at www.nourishingresults.com. Contact her at 520-429-3418 or nutritionist_hana@msn.com to learn more about her private practice and how she can inspire, educate and motivate you to change your life, one bite at a time.
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