Roasted Winter Squash Overnight Oats

PREP 15 minutes
COOK TIME 45 minutes
SERVES 2

Functional Foods Highlight

Chia Seeds:

Chia seeds are basically magic. These teeny tiny seeds are rich in so many beneficial nutrients. They are loaded with fiber, prebiotics, omega-3 fats, calcium, magnesium, iron and potassium. Because they offer a nice balance of soluble and insoluble fiber, they can be beneficial in keeping you regular, help regulate blood sugar, and maintain a healthy gut microbiome.

Oats:

Oats are a great source of soluble fiber so they help balance hormones, keep you feeling full and aid in weight loss. They also can help lower LDL cholesterol, keep your blood sugar stabilized and support healthy gut microbiome.

I have been trying so many different squash varieties this season and it makes me want to replace every pumpkin recipe with a new winter squash! This recipe is similar to your basic pumpkin pie overnight oats but so much better! The biggest difference with this recipe is the roasted winter squash. Pumpkin is included in the winter squash category by the way, but why not try something different! I would recommend using squash like honeynut or buttercup (which I used here) but really any winter squash would be great! The key is to avoid the typical canned pumpkin and roast the squash yourself. The flavor and texture is worth the very minimal work, I promise! Love overnight oats? Try our Bananas Foster Overnight Oats. If you are looking for more squash recipes check out our Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Soup.

Food Farmacy

1 winter squash of your choice (I used buttercup squash for this recipe)
1 cup oats
1 Tbl. chia seeds
1 - 2 cups nut milk of your choice
1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
Salt
Maple Syrup (optional)

Directions

Roasted Squash:

Preheat oven to 400 °F
Prep squash by cutting it in half, lengthwise, and scooping out seeds
Place squash flesh-side down on a baking sheet and add a little bit of water to help the squash steam and cook evenly
Roast for 45 minutes to an hour depending on the size and type of squash (squash will be done when flesh is tender all the way through)
Scoop squash into a bowl and mash with a fork until smooth

Overnight Oats:

Divide ingredients in half to make two individual overnight oats
Using small jars or containers of your choice, add roasted squash, salt, pumpkin pie spice (and maple syrup if using) and mix together
Add oats, chia seeds and nut milk to the jar and shake until everything is combined
Place jars in your fridge overnight and enjoy for up to 5 days

From the Chef:

This recipe yield a lot of squash which makes it the perfect time to experiment in the kitchen. You can turn the remainder of your squash into a delicious soup, like our Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Soup, or add it to your morning latte, favorite bread recipe and so much more!

From the Doctor:

When using oats opt for Old-Fashioned rolled oats instead of the quick/ instant kind because they are less processed and have a lower glycemic index; meaning they are more slowly digested and won’t cause as much of a spike in your blood sugar.

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Roasted Winter Squash Overnight Oats PREP 15 minutes COOK TIME SERVES 2 Food Farmacy 1 winter squash of your choice (I used buttercup squash for this recipe) 1 cup oats 1 Tbl. chia seeds 1 - 2 cups nut milk of your choice 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice Salt Maple Syrup (optional)	I have been trying so many different squash varieties this season and it makes me want to replace every pumpkin recipe with a new winter squash! This recipe is similar to your basic pumpkin pie overnight oats but so much better! The biggest difference with this recipe is the roasted winter squash. Pumpkin is included in the winter squash category by the way, but why not try something different! I would recommend using squash like honeynut or buttercup (which I used here) but really any winter squash would be great! The key is to avoid the typical canned pumpkin and roast the squash yourself. The flavor and texture is worth the very minimal work, I promise! Love overnight oats? Try our Bananas Foster Overnight Oats. If you are looking for more squash recipes check out our Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Soup.
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