Spring calls for lighter breakfasts and plenty of fresh fruit. Give yourself the best chance of enjoying the morning sun by preparing this delicious, healthy bircher muesli the night before. Fibre-rich oats will help you feel full until lunchtime, while chia seeds, nuts and pepitas provide a good source of protein and dietary vitamins.
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 apples, coarsely grated
- ½ cup fresh apple or orange juice
- 1 cup natural yoghurt (plus extra to serve)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- Pinch of ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup flaked almonds
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup pepitas
- Honey & fresh berries, to serve
Mix the rolled oats, juice, ½ cup of yoghurt, chia seeds and cinnamon in a large bowl. Cover and place in the fridge overnight. In the morning, add the nuts and seeds, along with the remaining yoghurt, and mix thoroughly. Top with fresh berries (or other fruit) and drizzle with honey.
