I’m not usually a fan of breakfast, especially on Monday mornings – so having something already prepared the night before, like this Overnight Oatmeal, is a game changer. Making a batch on Sunday night is one of the best ways I know to get my week off to a good – and healthy! – start.

Let’s talk about those health benefits. Oatmeal has an impressive amount of soluble fiber. Soluble fiber is particularly important because it bulks up when combined with water and is digested slowly, keeping you feeling fuller, longer. This slow, steady release of carbohydrates prevents sudden spikes in blood sugar, and provides sustained energy throughout the day! Score!

Soluble fiber has also been shown to lower levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) while increasing levels of good cholesterol (HDL) in the body, which may help prevent cardiovascular diseases. Oatmeal is also rich in essential vitamins and minerals like phosphorus, magnesium, and iron.

Plus oatmeal is easy, cheap, and you can sweeten it to your taste! I like mine with just a little fruit (especially blueberries!), but you can also add some brown sugar or sweetener of your choice.

So forget the instant stuff – make a quick and easy batch of Overnight Oatmeal tonight and have a few nutritious breakfasts ready to go this week!

Overnight Oatmeal

Ingredients

• 1 T olive oil
• 1 cup of steel-cut oats
• 3 cups of water
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan. When hot, add the oats and toast for three minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water, salt, and vanilla, and bring to a boil. Stir, then cover the pot and take it off the heat. Let sit overnight.

In the morning, dish out your serving and reheat in the microwave. You can add a little bit of water or milk of your choice to thin it out a bit.

That’s it! Top with fresh fruit and you’ve got breakfast! If you like it a little sweeter, add brown sugar, maple syrup, or your other favorite sweetener.

Be sure to refrigerate the leftovers. Makes about 4 servings.

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Looking for more breakfast ideas? Try Vegan Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins or Homemade Granola!

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