These Lemon Blueberry Overnight Oats are an easy make-ahead breakfast full of bright, fresh flavor.
Warm spring days call for light, refreshing breakfasts. These lemon blueberry overnight oats combine citrus brightness with juicy blueberries for a simple, make-ahead meal that’s perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk of choice (unsweetened soy milk or 1% milk recommended)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest (about 1 lemon)
- ½ cup lemon Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup fresh blueberries (or frozen)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon Greek yogurt, and chia seeds until smooth. Stir in the rolled oats and blueberries until evenly combined. Transfer the mixture to a jar or bowl with a tight-fitting lid, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or, ideally, overnight.
Pro Tips
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add ¼ teaspoon lemon extract.
- Frozen blueberries work well and will tint the oats purple. If chilling for only 4 hours, thaw frozen berries first; if refrigerating overnight, you can add them frozen.
- For an herbaceous twist, stir in a teaspoon or two of finely chopped fresh basil before serving.
FAQs
How long will these oats keep?
Stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, the oats keep for 3–4 days.
Can I eat them warm?
Yes. Warm in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until just heated through. Avoid overheating to prevent the yogurt from separating.
Can I make this vegan?
Use plant-based milk and a dairy-free lemon yogurt. If lemon-flavored plant yogurt isn’t available, increase zest by a teaspoon and sweeten with 1–2 teaspoons of maple syrup or agave.
More Overnight Oat Recipes
Try other bright flavor combinations like citrus or dessert-inspired overnight oats to keep breakfasts exciting.
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Lemon Blueberry Overnight Oats
- Author: Emily Cooper, RDN
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A simple, make-ahead breakfast with zesty lemon and juicy blueberries—an easy way to brighten your morning.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk of choice
- ½ cup lemon Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup blueberries
Instructions
- Whisk together the milk, lemon yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and chia seeds in a medium bowl.
- Stir in the oats and blueberries until combined.
- Transfer to a jar or bowl with a lid, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, then enjoy.
Notes
- Add 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup to sweeten, if desired.
- Chilling overnight yields the best texture and flavor melding.
Nutrition information is estimated.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Chill time: 4 hours
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ recipe
- Calories: 261
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 86 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 13 g