Making a switch from all things dairy to consuming oat milk, and plant-based alternatives, is a lifestyle choice that many people decide to make, primarily to alleviate a number allergies, symptoms and conditions. Other individuals opt for plant-based living to optimise their general health and wellbeing.
But you don’t need to have a reason to use milk substitutes in your diet. If you simply want to try a deliciously creamy alternative to cow’s milk that has a different taste and texture, this non-dairy, nutrient-rich option is perfect, whatever your lifestyle preferences may be.
Breakfast Ideas
Oat milk is thick and naturally sweet, and loaded with nutrients that promote good health. The vegan, lactose-free, soy-free and nut-fee alternative to regular dairy milk is made from 100% whole grain and is fortified with A, D, B2, and B12 vitamins.
Its high protein profile makes it an ideal milk substitute to add to your morning cup of coffee or bowl of cereal. Oaty milk is unsaturated and contains zero fatty acids and trans fats. It’s also the plant-based option that tastes most like regular diary.
You don’t have to miss out on a great start to the day, even if you’re pushed for time in the morning. It’s quick and easy to make a delicious smoothie with milk made of oats and your favourite ingredients, like banana and peanut butter, or blueberry, chia seeds and vanilla.
Whip up a batch of light and fluffy American style pancakes by adding eggs, baking powder, sugar and a pinch of salt to your oat infused milk.
As this plant-based milk boasts a high-carb content and a starchy texture, its consistency is creamier than other non-dairy alternatives, and ideal for foamy beverages. If you love a frothy cappuccino in the morning, give oat milk a try.
Lunchtime Options
Because oat milk has a rich fibre content, you’ll feel fuller for longer after you’ve eaten a healthy lunch that features the milk alternative as a key ingredient.
To reduce your cravings for afternoon snacks, rustle up a tasty Mac ‘n’ cheese gratin packed lunch, or a creamy butternut squash soup.
A honey-laced latte made with oat milk is an excellent energising pick-me-up to enjoy during an afternoon break. When you deserve an indulgent treat, serve your favourite barista-style coffee with a homemade muffin that’s made with the non-dairy alternative.
Dinner Menu Choices
Oat plant-based milk is so versatile that you can even use it for dinner main courses, like pasta served with a deliciously creamy sauce, and mashed potato topped shepherd’s pie. Its neutral taste and thick consistency enriches classic béchamel and alfredo sauces, and makes mash silky smooth.
If you have a sweet tooth, you can enjoy a decadent pudding that isn’t made with high calorie full-fat milk. Chocolate pudding or traditional rice pudding (with or without a golden brulee topping) will certainly hit your sweet spot.
Round off a modern lifestyle hectic or stressful day by relaxing, and sipping an oat milk cinnamon hot chocolate topped with marshmallows.
