Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Overnight Oats Recipe
Delight in this refreshing Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Overnight Oats recipe—an easy, nutritious breakfast perfect for busy mornings. Creamy oats soaked in tangy lemon juice and zest, sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, and speckled with crunchy poppy seeds create a bright and wholesome start to your day, all ready from your fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4–1 cup non-dairy milk (such as almond, soy, or oat milk)
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup non-dairy yogurt or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl or tupperware container, add the quick oats, poppy seeds, salt, non-dairy milk, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, yogurt, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix everything together thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Refrigerate to thicken: Cover the container and place it in the refrigerator. Let the mixture sit overnight or for at least 2 hours to allow the oats to soak and thicken into a creamy texture.
- Serve and garnish: Before serving, stir the overnight oats well. Enjoy as is or optionally top with fresh blueberries and an extra dollop of yogurt for added freshness and creaminess.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing the honey or maple syrup according to your preference.
- Use any non-dairy milk such as almond, soy, or oat to keep this recipe vegan.
- Lemon zest is optional but adds a wonderful brightness to the flavor.
- For a thicker texture, use less non-dairy milk or increase the soaking time.
- Feel free to swap fresh blueberries for other fresh fruits like strawberries or raspberries as toppings.
Keywords: vegan overnight oats, lemon poppy seed oats, vegan breakfast, no-cook oats, healthy breakfast, dairy-free oats
