Fibre-Rich Spring Breakfast Recipe

Getting enough fibre in your diet is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to support your overall health—especially your digestion, hormones, blood sugar levels, and even your appetite.

Fibre comes in two main forms: soluble and insoluble, and both play different but equally important roles in the body. Soluble fibre dissolves in water and forms a gel-like texture in the gut, which helps lower cholesterol and slow down digestion, keeping blood sugar levels stable.

I love a fibre-rich breakfast! Starting your day with a balanced meal really helps you set the tone for the day.  So I've put together one of my go-to breakfast choices for spring. Takes 10 minutes to prepare the night before, and enjoy it fresh in the morning. 

Supercharged Banana & Rhubarb Overnight Oats (10+ Plant Variety!)

Fibre: ~12–14g per serving(Extra fibre, extra flavour, extra plant goodness!)

Ingredients for 1 serving:

• ½ cup rolled oats (wholegrain – 4g fibre)

• 1 tbsp chia seeds (5g fibre)

• 1 tbsp ground flaxseed (2g fibre)

• ½ cup chopped rhubarb (cooked or raw – 2g fibre)

• ½ tsp cinnamon (anti-inflammatory)

• ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk, e.g., oat or coconut milk)

• ½ ripe banana (adds natural sweetness + extra fibre)

• 1 tbsp hemp seeds (adds protein and omega-3s)

• 1 tbsp walnuts (or almonds – healthy fats + fibre)

• 1 tbsp dried goji berries (antioxidants + fibre)

• 1 tbsp coconut flakes (adds healthy fats and texture)
  

Instructions:

1. If you're using raw rhubarb, chop it into small pieces and mix with a little cinnamon. If you prefer cooked rhubarb, lightly steam it until tender.

2. In a jar or container, combine the oats, chia seeds, flaxseed, rhubarb, cinnamon, almond milk, and mashed banana.

3. Stir well and refrigerate overnight.

4. In the morning, top with hemp seeds, walnuts, goji berries, and coconut flakes for an added plant boost.