Upgrade your regular overnight oats recipe with Strawberry Lifeway Kefir to treat your taste buds and nurture your gut health. Lifeway Kefir is an incredible source of probiotics, plus bioavailable, high-quality protein you need to feel your best. We mix our fan-favorite Strawberry Lifeway Kefir with heart-healthy rolled oats, plus omega-3 rich chia seeds that are high in iron, magnesium, and also a great source of fiber. Then we add some fresh strawberries and bananas the next morning for a delectable, nutrient-dense breakfast that makes hectic mornings easier and more enjoyable. So make up a few jars ahead of time, and meal-prep these gut-healthy overnight oats with us!
Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Need to Know
With increasing research linking the correlation between probiotics, gut health, and immunity, it’s no secret that the integrity of our gut is vital to our health. Although additional factors such as stress, antibiotic usage, and individual health conditions can contribute to the condition of our gut, a focus on healthy food choices is one of the easiest ways to support the microbiome.
Several studies have shown a strong association between the gut-brain-microbiota. Probiotics introduced to the gut have been found to support immunity, improve allergies, and improve digestion.
Studies have shown that reduced diversity of healthy gut bacteria during early years is associated with an increase in food allergies during school-age years. In addition, kefir made from whole milk helps absorb key nutrients such as Vitamins A, D, E, and K. Vitamin K is important because it helps your bones absorb calcium. It’s important to know that kefir contains a special trio: vitamin D, K, and calcium – all three crucial elements to support bone health. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is also a great source of all these nutrients, just in a different format for all the cheese lovers out there.
Prep Time: 5 mins, plus time to set overnight Servings: 1Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats, use gluten-free if needed
- 1 cup Lowfat Strawberry Kefir
- 1 tbsp. chia seeds
- 1/2 a banana, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- Optional topping: granola of choice, nuts, unsweetened coconut flakes, etc.
Directions
- Mix the oats, Strawberry Lifeway Kefir, and chia seeds up in a bowl, then scoop into a mason jar or glass container.
- Set in the fridge overnight to set (or at least 6 hours).
- Remove the next day, and add fresh strawberry and banana slices along with any toppings you prefer (granola of choice, nuts, unsweetened coconut, etc.)
- You can multiply this recipe to make as many days ahead as you prefer, but we suggest only making 3-4 days worth at a time to maintain the best texture with the oats.
- Feel free to swap out the flavor of Lifeway Kefir and the different fruits to create multiple flavor options!
