Healthy Overnight Oats Recipe With Greens Powder

Fuel your morning with nutritious overnight oats with a scoop of Super Greens! It’s an easy, make-ahead breakfast recipe from a dietitian.

By Rachel Gargano, MS, RD, CSSD, CBS

— On Jul 24, 2025

Healthy Overnight Oats Recipe With Greens Powder

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As a registered dietitian, I'm always looking for ways to help my clients pack more nutrition into their busy mornings. That's why I created this healthy overnight oats recipe with a surprising twist – a scoop of Live it Up Super Greens powder to help transform your breakfast into a nutrient powerhouse.

By blending greens powder into creamy overnight oats with berries, you get all the benefits of leafy greens without compromising on taste or convenience. In fact, the Live it Up Wild Berries flavor actually enhances the natural sweetness of the berries, creating a delicious breakfast that fuels your body like a superfood smoothie.

Follow along to find out how to make overnight oats in just five minutes!

Why This Recipe Works

Last week, one of my clients told me she'd been skipping breakfast because she didn't have time to make anything healthy. I gave her a jar of these overnight oats to taste, and she was surprised that something so fast and nutritious could taste so good.

Not only are overnight oats easy to make, but they can also help deliver sustained energy throughout your day. The combination of complex carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats, and fiber creates the perfect balance to keep hunger at bay.

Here's what makes this recipe so effective:

Convenience: Prepare multiple servings at once for grab-and-go breakfasts all week.
Nutrition density: Each serving contains fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Customizable: Easy to adapt based on your taste preferences and dietary needs.
Time-saving: No cooking required – just mix, refrigerate, and enjoy.
Satisfying: The fiber and protein combination keeps you full and fueled until lunch.

Did You Know? Soaking oats overnight actually increases their digestibility by breaking down compounds that can interfere with nutrient absorption. This process, called phytic acid reduction, makes the minerals in oats more bioavailable to your body.

Ingredients

This overnight oats recipe makes 2 servings. If you’re planning to meal plan for the week, simply double the recipe for more servings!

1 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or preferred milk alternative)
½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based alternative)
1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup fresh or frozen berries
2 scoops of Live it Up Super Greens (Wild Berries flavor)
Optional toppings, such as nuts, nut butter, granola, or chocolate chips

Instructions

In a mason jar or an airtight container, combine oats, chia seeds, almond milk, yogurt, sweetener (if using), vanilla extract, and Live it Up Super Greens powder.
Stir well to ensure all ingredients are mixed thoroughly, paying special attention to fully incorporate the greens powder and avoid any clumps.
Gently fold in the berries to prevent them from breaking apart.
Seal the container and leave in the fridge overnight (or at least 4 hours for best texture).
In the morning, stir the oats and add your favorite toppings, such as sliced bananas, peanut butter, pumpkin seeds, or granola.

Nutritional Insights From a Dietitian

As a registered dietitian, I chose each ingredient in this recipe for specific nutritional benefits to support your health.

Oats

Oats are nutritional powerhouses that deserve their superfood status. They're rich in beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that can support gut health and immune function.. One cup of oats provides about 12 grams of protein and 10 grams of fiber, along with essential minerals like manganese, phosphorus, zinc, and magnesium. Oats are also packed with vitamins, such as vitamins A, B12, and D.

The complex carbohydrates in oats provide steady energy release, helping you sustain energy levels. These oats are also rich in protein, which may help you feel fuller throughout the day.

Did You Know? The prebiotic fiber in overnight oats supports healthy gut bacteria, especially when combined with the probiotics in Live it Up Super Greens. This powerful combination promotes digestive health and may even support immune function.

Greens Powder

I think the best healthy overnight oats recipe contains a super greens supplement like Live it Up. Adding Super Greens powder to your overnight oats helps transform this breakfast into a vegetable-forward meal without altering its delicious taste.

This superfood powder contains concentrated nutrients from organic ingredients, such as leafy greens, cereal grasses, and algae. These nutrient-dense ingredients contain essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, K, and B complex vitamins, as well as magnesium, zinc, folate, and iron. The greens blend also features three digestive enzymes, four strains of probiotics, and dietary fiber with prebiotics.

This all-natural greens powder can help support digestive health, aid immunity, maintain energy levels, and support healthy aging. And to top it off, it's naturally sweetened with monk fruit, so you get all the nutritional benefits without added sugars.

Fruits

Fresh berries like blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries are among the most antioxidant-rich foods on the planet. They contain anthocyanins, compounds that give berries their vibrant colors and provide powerful anti-inflammatory benefits. Studies suggest that regular berry consumption may support brain health and memory..

Flavor Enhancers

Vanilla extract does more than just add flavor—it has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It also contains vanillin and vanillic acid, which may support brain health.

Sweeteners

This recipe works beautifully with natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, but you can also skip added sweeteners entirely.

The Live it Up Super Greens powder is already lightly sweetened with monk fruit, a natural, zero-calorie sweetener. This makes the recipe suitable for those watching their sugar intake or following a low-glycemic diet.

Dietitian Tip: If you're new to greens powders, start with half a scoop and gradually increase to a full scoop as your taste buds adjust. The Wild Berries flavor is particularly mild and pairs perfectly with the natural berry flavors in this recipe.

Tips for Success

From my years of counseling clients on healthy eating, I've learned that small tweaks can make a big difference in both nutrition and enjoyment.

Experiment With Your Recipe

The beauty of overnight oats lies in their versatility. Once you master this basic overnight oats healthy recipe, try these nutritionist-approved variations:

Add seasonal fruits. Seasonal produce often contains essential nutrients and adds variety to prevent breakfast boredom. Try diced apples with ground cinnamon in the fall or fresh peaches in the summer.
Grate some fresh ginger. Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and can aid digestion, while offering a warming spice flavor that compliments the berries.
Boost protein and healthy fats. Stir in some chopped nuts, seeds, protein powder, or a tablespoon of nut butter. Chopped pecans, almonds, walnuts, and hemp seeds are excellent choices that add texture and staying power.

Storage Recommendations

Properly stored overnight oats maintain their best quality for up to three to four days in the refrigerator. Use airtight containers or mason jars to prevent the oats from absorbing other flavors.

For optimal texture, add crunchy toppings like granola, nuts, or coconut flakes just before eating. This prevents them from becoming soggy and maintains the satisfying contrast of textures.

If you're meal prepping, prepare the oat base in larger batches and portion into individual containers. This saves time while ensuring you always have a healthy breakfast ready.

Did You Know? Adding chia seeds helps create the pudding-like texture in these overnight oats because the seeds can absorb up to 10 times their weight in liquid. Chia seeds also are also packed with omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein.

Why Try Live it Up Super Greens in Your Recipes

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Live it Up Super Greens makes it incredibly easy to incorporate nutrient-dense superfoods into your daily routine. As someone who's tried countless greens powders, I appreciate that Live it Up focuses on both flavor and nutrition quality.

Unlike many greens powders that can taste grassy or bitter, Live it Up’s Wild Berries flavor blends seamlessly into recipes like this, adding a subtle fruity note that enhances rather than overwhelms the natural ingredients.

What sets this product apart is its comprehensive blend of organic vegetables, 5 billion CFU of probiotics, and digestive enzymes. You're not just getting greens like spirulina, wheatgrass, kale, and parsley—you're getting a superfood boost that supports energy, digestion, and overall wellness.

This great-tasting greens powder is gluten-free, vegan, nut-free, soy-free, and non-GMO. Live it Up Super Greens offers an easy, delicious, and nutritional addition to foods and beverages, and that’s why it continues to be my top greens supplement recommendation to my clients.

Try Live it Up today!

FAQs About Overnight Oats

Are overnight oats healthy for weight loss efforts?

Yes, you can make a healthy overnight oat recipe for weight loss plans. Overnight oats can be an excellent choice when eaten in combination with a healthy diet and regular exercise. The fiber, protein, and healthy fats in these oats can help you feel satisfied longer, reducing the likelihood of mid-morning snacking. The key is controlling portion sizes and choosing nutrient-dense add-ins rather than high-calorie toppings.

What is the secret to good overnight oats?

The secret lies in the ratio of liquid to oats and letting it refrigerate overnight. Use a 1:1 ratio of oats to liquid as your starting point, then adjust based on your preferred consistency. The real game-changer is adding Live it Up Super Greens powder––it boosts your natural vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants while adding a delicious berry flavor that makes healthy eating effortless. You can also add other nutritious ingredients, such as fresh fruit, nuts, and seeds.

What's the best milk for overnight oats?

The best milk depends on your dietary preferences and nutritional goals. Unsweetened almond milk is low in calories, while oat milk creates an extra creamy texture and cow’s milk offers calcium and vitamin D. For higher protein content, try unsweetened soy milk or add a Greek yogurt drink. The key is choosing unsweetened varieties to control added sugars.

Can I warm up overnight oats before eating?

While overnight oats are designed to be eaten cold, you can warm them in the microwave for 30-60 seconds if you prefer a warm breakfast. Add a splash of milk if they seem thick after heating. Just remember to add any crunchy toppings after warming to maintain their texture.

Can I freeze leftover overnight oats?

Yes, overnight oatmeal freezes well for up to 3 months. Portion them into individual containers and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before eating. The texture may be slightly different after freezing, but they'll still be nutritious and delicious. Add fresh toppings after thawing for the best experience.

Can I use steel-cut oats instead of rolled oats?

Steel-cut oats require cooking and won't soften properly with just overnight soaking. Stick with rolled oats (also called old-fashioned rolled oats) for the best texture. If you only have quick oats, they'll work, but may create a mushier consistency.

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About the author:

Rachel Gargano, MS, RD, CSSD, CBS

Rachel is a registered dietitian based in Contra Costa County, California, with over 15 years experience. She specializes in whole-body wellness and plant-based nutrition, helping people understand the dynamic interplay between food and health so they can live life to the fullest. When not helping others, she enjoys spending time with her kids, being physically active, and tending to her abundant household plants.

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