I always add ricotta cheese to my overnight oatsheres why.
EatingWell
I love overnight oats because there are so many opportunities for customization.
I also know that whatever combination I choose, Ill feel satisfied and nourished after I enjoy it.
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Why I Started Adding Ricotta to Overnight Oats
I learned something about myself in college.
It was that eating cereal and milk for breakfast wasnt for me.
Unfortunately this realization came to me a bit later (try a whole year) than I wouldve liked.
It wasnt until I delved into my nutrition classes that I began to learn about the importance of variety.
My breakfast leaned heavy on carbohydrates, which was fine, but I needed moreproteinto boost satisfaction.
I switched from cereal to whole-grain bread topped with peanut butter and honey.
I had milk and always some kind of fruit.
And you know what happened?
No more stomach rumbles either!
Ive tried a variety of protein options in my overnight oats, but ricotta has become my favorite.
Ricottas Nutrition Benefits
Food is fuel, but its also meant to be enjoyed.
If the fuel doesnt taste good, Im not really interested in it.
Its not just delicious, it also happens to have a stellar nutrition profile.
Enjoy it for breakfast but also as a delicious snack anytime!
United States Department of Agriculture.
FoodData Central.Cheese, ricotta, whole milk.
