Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Oats (Printable Format)
Creamy oats with lemon zest and poppy seeds, a refreshing plant-based breakfast that’s quick to prepare.
# What You Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats, gluten-free if desired
02 - 1 1/4 cups unsweetened almond milk or other plant milk
03 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
04 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
05 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - Zest of 1 large lemon
08 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
09 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Optional Toppings
10 - Coconut yogurt
11 - Fresh berries
12 - Sliced almonds
13 - Extra lemon zest
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine rolled oats, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, poppy seeds, vanilla extract, lemon zest, lemon juice, and sea salt.
02 - Stir well to fully incorporate all ingredients until evenly distributed.
03 - Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6-8 hours, until oats have thickened and achieved a creamy texture.
04 - Before serving, stir again. If the oats are too thick, add a splash more plant milk to reach your desired consistency.
05 - Divide between two bowls or jars. Top with coconut yogurt, fresh berries, sliced almonds, or extra lemon zest if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It tastes like bakery morning in a jar, but takes five minutes to throw together the night before
- The lemon keeps things interesting without being overpowering, and those tiny poppy seeds add the perfect crunch
02 -
- The chia seeds keep absorbing liquid, so these oats can get pretty thick after 24 hours. Plan to eat them within two days for the best texture.
- Lemon zest can turn bitter if you zest too deep and hit the white pith. Use a light hand and stop when you see yellow.
03 -
- If you want extra protein, stir in a scoop of vanilla protein powder before refrigerating. You might need an extra splash of milk since protein powder thickens things up.
- Room temperature oats taste completely different than cold ones. If you have time, let your jar sit out for 15 minutes before digging in.