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Overnight Lentils & Oats

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Total Time: 6 Hours 15 Minutes

Servings: 10

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Ingredients

Directions

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (500 mL) split red lentils, dry
  • 2 cups (500 mL) rolled oats
  • 5 cups (1.25 L) milk
  • 1 cup (250 mL) Greek yogurt, plain
  • ¼ cup (60 mL) maple syrup
  • 2 tsp (10 mL) cinnamon, ground
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp (2 mL) salt
  • Optional mix ins:
  • Chia seeds, toasted coconut, diced mango, strawberries, almond butter, etc.

Directions

  1. Place lentils in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cool running water until water runs clear.
  2. In a large foodservice container or mixing bowl, combine lentils, oats, milk, yogurt, syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Stir well to fully hydrate contents.
  3. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight (up to 72 hours). The lentils will fully hydrate and soften without cooking, creating a spoonable texture.
  4. Stir mixture to redistribute before portioning. Adjust consistency with a splash of milk if needed. Portion 1 cup (250 mL) per serving and optionally top with fruit, seeds, a drizzle with honey or create a customizable station for your guests. Serve chilled.

Nutritional Information

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (250 mL)
  • Per serving:
  • Calories 370
  • Total Fat 6 g
  • Saturated Fat 2 g
  • Cholesterol 10 mg
  • Carbohydrates 58 g
  • Dietary Fibre 8 g
  • Sugar 12 g
  • Protein 21 g
  • Sodium 180 mg
  • Potassium 600 mg
  • Folate 100 mcg