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If the title of this recipe – Matcha Zoats- makes absolutely no sense don’t worry, I will explain all.

If you already know what I’m referring to then prepare yourself to get excited about this healthy and delicious breakfast.

∴ MATCHA

Matcha is made from ground Japanese green tea leaves. You may remember my earlier article of green tea powder in your skin routine here. When you eat the whole leaf, it makes it higher in nutrients and anti-oxidants than if the tea was brewed.

Yes, I hear you… Sounds almost to good to be true. Keep reading below 

Why should you use it? One it tastes good. But two, studies have linked the consumption of green tea to reduced risk of some cancers, boosted immunity, raised metabolism and fast recovery after exercise. That sounds like a pretty good list of the benefits of matcha to me.

Matcha can be a bit pricey but it’s worth the investment because, trust me, one tin will last you for ages.

∴ ZOATS

Zoats stands for zucchini (a.k.a. courgette) oats.  I love adding grated veggies to porridge because it really fills up the bowl and makes for a satisfying breakfast. Its super simple to do and helps you to sneak in an extra portion on veg!

  Picture & recipe below courtesy of HealthyandPsyched.com

The recipe is easy to follow, and guess what? You will reach 2.5 of your 5-a-day!

Yes, I know you love me 8)! [(random moment of self-flattering)]

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup organic rolled oats

1/2 cup rice milk

1/2 cup water

1 tsp agave syrup

1/3 tsp matcha powder

1/2 a small or 1.4 large zucchini/ courgette

1/2 tsp wheatgrass (optional but makes it greener)

1 kiwi

1 banana

Mix together than oats, rice milk, water, matcha and agave and leave to stand overnight.

In the morning transfer the oat mix to a pan and heat on medium while you wash and grate the courgette.

Add in the courgette and cook for 2-3 minutes. If it’s getting too thick add a splash of rice milk.

Transfer to a bowl and top with your chopped fruit.