Have you heard of the MIND Diet?
It combines 2 very popular diets that experts regard as some of the healthiest (because they lower the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other diseases):
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- The Mediterranean Diet
- And the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension or DASH diet
It’s made up of selected foods from these diets that focus specifically on brain health and preventing dementia.
This Overnight Oats with Berries & Nuts Recipe (featured on The List) contains 3 of of the MIND Diet’s suggested “Foods To Eat More Of”: Oats, Berries, and Nuts!
Why This Overnight Oats with Berries & Nuts Recipe Works:
- It’s SUPER easy and takes just a few minutes to whip together.
- You prep it the night before, so you won’t have to actually make breakfast in the morning. (Look at you, setting your future self up for success!)
- Not only is it healthy for your body, but its ingredients have been shown to improve cognition and prevent Alzheimer’s by up to 53%!
Ingredients for this Overnight Oats with Berries & Nuts Recipe:
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup oat milk (or milk of your choice)
- ¼ cup yogurt of your choice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Handful of fresh berries
- Handful of chopped nuts
How to Make This Overnight Oats with Berries & Nuts Recipe
- In a bowl or mason jar, combine the oats with the milk, yogurt and honey.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- When ready to eat, top with berries and nuts.
FAQs
What if I don’t have any honey?
You can replace honey with maple syrup for a delicious twist!
What nuts should I use?
Pistachios and hazelnuts are my go-to, but slivered almonds and walnuts are definitely crowd-pleasers.
Can I use frozen berries?
Of course! They should thoroughly thaw overnight in the fridge.
What if I’m out of nuts?
You can also add in a big spoonful of your favorite nut butter for a creamy, nutty flavor.
More MIND Diet Recipes
- Seared Salmon Salad with Baked Crispy Chickpeas & Fresh Strawberry Vinaigrette Recipe
- Vegetable Quinoa Pilaf with Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe
Overnight Oats with Berries & Nuts Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- ½ cup oat milk (or milk of your choice)
- ¼ cup yogurt (of your choice)
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 handful fresh berries
- 1 handful chopped nuts
Instructions
- In a bowl or mason jar, combine the oats with the milk, yogurt and honey.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- When ready to eat, top with berries and nuts.
