Due to their high concentration of good fats, protein, and fiber that helps keep you full for longer, nuts remain among the best add-ons you can have when losing weight. These two creamy and nutrient-rich nut-based recipes are just the right way to kick-start your day on a healthy note. Half Cup Rolled Oats
1. Almond and Berry Overnight Oats
Ingredients:
- One cup unsweetened almond milk
- Two chopped teaspoons almonds
- One cup chia seeds
- One half cup mixed fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- One Tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Half a tsp vanilla essence
instructions:
Prepare mix:
Combine the rolled oats, almond milk, chopped almonds, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup if using, and vanilla essence in a jar or bowl.
Stir through pretty well so that every one of the elements is incorporated.
Refrigerate:
Cover the jar or bowl, and let chill overnight-at least four hours-so oats and chia seeds soften in liquid.
Add berries then serve
Mix all the ingredients in the morning, add mixed fresh berries on top.
One can enjoy either from the jar itself or pour it into a bowl.
This recipe is perfect for breakfast as it would fill you and keep you lively all morning due to the excellent balance of carbs, proteins, and good fats.
2. Banana and walnut smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 banana
- one-fourth cup walnuts
- One cup unsweetened almond milking
- One teaspoon chia seeds
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- One optional teaspoon of maple syrup or honey.
- optional, for a cooler smoothie, ice cubes
Mix the ingredients:
Combine in a blender the banana, walnuts, almond milk, chia seeds, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup (if using).
If you want a cooler smoothie, you can add ice cubes.
Blend Till Perfect:
Blend quickly until the mixture comes out smooth and creamy.
Add some extra almond milk if your smoothie is too thick for your liking.
Serve:
Glass this smoothie and enjoy immediately.
The walnuts in this smoothie are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids with heart-healthy fats that can delay hunger. Though the chia seeds and almond milk make greater contributions of protein and fiber to this smoothie, the banana adds natural sweetness and richness.
Conclusion
These nut-based breakfast dishes are not only great, but they help to contain nutrients that assist in weight loss. Essential fats, proteins, and fiber in almonds and walnuts help regulate appetite and keep energy levels throughout the day. Including these dishes in your morning regimen will help you increase your weight loss efforts and enjoy their health benefits.
