Creamy Flax and Greek Yogurt Overnight Oats
Thick rolled oats layered with Fage 2% Greek yogurt, ground flaxseed, wild blueberries, and crunchy pumpkin seeds. Prepared the night before for an effortless, protein-rich breakfast.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
365 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Maria + Lila
Maria created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
A steadier pause
Trade food decisions for a clear plan
A straightforward recipe and a satisfying meal can make one part of a busy day feel settled, even when the rest is noisy.
Notice: hunger + energy later
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Prep
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Total
365 min
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Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare up to 3 days in advance for quick weekday breakfasts.
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Instructions
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Next: Add the rolled oats
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Add the rolled oats
In a glass jar or medium bowl, add the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, Greek yogurt, and milk.
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Stir thoroughly with a spoon until the…
Stir thoroughly with a spoon until the oats and yogurt are completely combined and no dry pockets of oats remain.
Look for: the oats and yogurt are completely combined and no dry pockets of oats remain
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Cover the jar tightly with a lid…
Cover the jar tightly with a lid and place it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or overnight, to allow the oats to soften and absorb the liquid.
Allow: 6 hours
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Remove the lid and give the overnight…
In the morning, remove the lid and give the overnight oats a gentle stir.
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Top with the wild blueberries and pumpkin…
Top with the wild blueberries and pumpkin seeds just before serving to maintain texture.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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