A refreshing blend of strawberries, lemon zest, poppy seeds, and creamy oats, ready after a simple chill.
# What You'll Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based alternative
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
06 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Strawberry Lemonade Mix
08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
11 - 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
→ Toppings
12 - Sliced fresh strawberries
13 - Additional lemon zest
14 - Extra poppy seeds
# Step-by-step Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine the oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well until evenly mixed.
02 - In a separate small bowl, mash half of the diced strawberries with the lemon juice and lemon zest until juicy while retaining some texture.
03 - Fold the mashed strawberries, remaining diced strawberries, and poppy seeds into the oat mixture. Stir until fully combined.
04 - Cover the bowl or seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld together.
05 - In the morning, stir the oats thoroughly. Add a splash of additional milk if a thinner consistency is preferred.
06 - Divide the mixture between two bowls or jars. Top with extra strawberries, lemon zest, and poppy seeds if desired. Serve chilled.
