oats smoothie for weight loss (breakfast)

Oats smoothie is a healthy weight loss drink as well as a breakfast smoothie which is suitable to have any time of the day and is quite a filling recipe with some of the healthy ingredients added to the blended smoothie. This is a simple and quick oats recipe.

Different variations other than the smoothie can be tried with oats such as stovetop oatmeal, healthy overnight oats recipe for weight loss etc...

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About the recipe

This smoothie recipe uses instant oats to add some fruits and blend into a fine smoothie using low-fat milk. This can be used as a quick oats breakfast smoothie or a perfect recipe for those looking forward to losing weight.

I have made the drink using apple oats and then also added another healthy ingredient which is dates. Dates as we all know is an extremely healthy ingredient and also gives a good taste to the drink.

Combining oats with milk and some fruits makes it a delicious breakfast.

Below are the ingredients used to make the perfect morning oats smoothie and also check out the difference in oats in brief.

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Difference between instant oats and rolled oats?

Instant oats is highly thin and processed a lot and it takes just few minutes to cook quickly. It can be microwaved or cook quickly in a minute for a quick oats meal or using them to make various smoothies is highly recommended.

On the other hand, rolled oats are thick and take around 5-6 minutes to cook and are less processed compared to instant oats.

Instant oats are used to make quick recipes and if one is in a hurry these oats are a great option whereas rolled oats work great when they are soaked overnight or used when one has plenty of time to cook.

They just take a little longer to cook which is about five minutes to six. Rolled oats are perfect to make overnight oats recipes which can make some finest healthy oats recipes in minutes.

Both types of oats are healthy and give good flavours but the only difference to both the oats is their shape and size as well as their cooking time and usage.

Any kind of oats are rich in fibre and one should definitely try to include these cereals regularly in their diet.

Ingredients

Instant oats: For this particular recipe, I am making use of instant oats as this is the perfect choice as the smooth can be blended finely using these oats without taking much time.

These are thinner oats and are easily available in markets and stores for simple and quick breakfast recipes to blend, cook or to microwave.

Low-fat milk: Since I am making this recipe mainly as breakfast as well as making it for a weight loss diet I am using low-fat milk. If trying to make it without keeping weight loss in mind then one can use whole milk.

It is always good to add healthy ingredients for oats recipes as they benefit in the long run. For more healthy options one can even add almond milk which works amazingly well for weight loss issues.

Apples: I am making apple oats smoothie here by peeling the apples, chopping them into small pieces. One can also make use of other fruits such as banana, strawberries, berries and many more various fruits and make as banana oat smoothie or other smoothies of one's choice using the same recipe.

Dates: I am using slightly sweeter dates and adding them by deseeding. Oats taste sweet and delicious with dates. Always try to use fresh dates and not dry dates to blend the smoothie easily.

I am not using any sweetener in the recipe as dates give the required sweetness without the need of adding unhealthy sugar.

If some more sweet flavor is required then do add honey which is also a healthy ingredient as well as good for losing weight.

Cinnamon: This spice gives a strong flavor and add it only if one is aiming to lose weight else this ingredient can be skipped while making this oats smooothie for breakfast.

Cinnamon aids in losing weight but it has a very strong smell and flavor. Adding just a pinch to the smoothie is more than enough and if one loves the flavor add a little bit more.

Benefits of Oats

• Having a cup of any variety of oats have many health advantages.
• They are good at reducing cholesterol levels in humans. Oats contain less cholesterol and almost as well as containing fewer calories and is a great diet option for those wanting to shed some extra weight.
• They are rich in fibre, loaded with vitamins, minerals and are perfect to replace an unhealthy meal with oatmeal.
• Oatmeal is good in reducing blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of heart diseases as well because it has low and zero cholesterol.
• Oats keep us fit, healthy and light throughout the day and also help in boosting immunity.
• For those aiming to lose weight, this is a go-to diet without thinking twice.
• Use to make many different oats recipes and have a healthy lifestyle.

Step by step procedure

• Add about a cup of low fat milk to the blending jar.

• Add the peeled and chopped apples to the milk.

• Add 3-4 desseded dates or add more for more sweetness.

• Add about 3 tablespoon of instant oats. Do not use rolled oats and if using soak them overnight and then add them to the blending jar.

• Add a pinch of cinnamon to the ingredients.

• Close the lid of the jar.

• Blend into a fine smoothie.

• Pour the oats smoothie into the jar.

• Garnish with sliced dry fruits or berries or any chopped fruits. Serve.

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