Pistachio Overnight Oats (Printable version)

Creamy oats soaked overnight with Greek yogurt, pistachios, and chia seeds for a protein-rich morning meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1/2 cup rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
04 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

→ Nuts

07 - 2 tablespoons shelled pistachios, chopped

→ Toppings (optional)

08 - Additional chopped pistachios
09 - Fresh fruit or berries

# Directions:

01 - In a jar or bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, pistachios, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup (if using). Stir until well mixed.
02 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
03 - In the morning, stir the oats. Top with extra pistachios and fresh fruit or berries if desired. Enjoy cold, or warm gently in the microwave if preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Waking up to breakfast thats already waiting for you feels like winning the morning lottery
  • The creamy pistachio flavor makes something this healthy taste like a treat from a fancy cafe
02 -
  • The first time I made this I used quick oats and ended up with something closer to baby food than breakfast
  • Chia seeds keep expanding for hours so what looks too thin at night will be perfect by morning
03 -
  • Save pistachio shells from snacking and use them as a natural fire starter for your next campfire
  • Toast your pistachios in a dry pan for 2 minutes before adding to the jar—it changes everything
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