Store-bought, gluten-free oat milk is hard to find and expensive. In addition, it often has hidden oat starch sugar, chemicals, gluten, gums, and defoamers.
But no need to worry because, in 15 minutes, you can make organic, gluten-free oat milk fresh from ZEGO Double Protein Oats and have peace of mind with every delicious serving.
Read more about store-bought brands in our blog.
Gluten Free Oat Milk
INGREDIENTS
Makes 2+ cups oat milk
- 4T (1/4c) ZEGO Double Protein Oats
- approx. 1/3 cup boiling water
- small pinch of salt
- 2 cups water
- Optional: 1/2t vanilla, 1t maple syrup
- Optional: to make creamier, add 1t organic, unrefined avocado oil, high oleic sunflower oil, or mild flavor EVOO
METHOD
- Put oats in a small bowl, cup or other heat friendly container.
- Pour boiling water over the oats to cover generously (approx. 1/3 cup).
- Let sit 10-15 minutes to soften oats and eliminate any bitterness.
- Add to blender with 2C water and a tiny amount of salt and blend for 30 seconds.
- Use as is for smoothies and milk.
TIPS
For smoother milk, strain through a strainer lined with cheese cloth.
STORING: Keeps up to 1 week in the refrigerator in a glass jar. Shake to remix if needed.
SMOOTHIES: decrease water and add frozen fruit or ice cubes with your other ingredients.
No need to buy dairy-free milk anymore! With this recipe, you can have creamier milk, better nutrition, and gluten-free and allergy-free safety.
What we also love about this recipe is that we aren’t burdening the environment by buying the plastic containers used for most non-dairy milks. And, we don’t put extra carbon in the air by shipping our non-dairy milk around the country that is mostly water.
It’s good for us AND good for the planet.
That’s the ZEGO way.
SO here`s the thing about heat and oats. 🔥🔥Typical oat brands heat treat their oats before they are sold to remove the hulls and roll them out into oatmeal. This decreases their nutrition and breaks their enzymes, which allows anti-nutrients to develop over time (like phytic acid).
But ZEGO isn`t your typical oats brand.
First, we start with a high-quality, special oat variety that is higher in key nutrients like protein, iron, and fiber. 🌱
Then, we cold process our oats so they maintain those nutrients and active enzymes until you cook them.
This means that our "Double Protein Oats" maintain their naturally occurring nutrients better than other brands and we don`t have anti-nutrient growth like phytic acid (the phytase enzyme keeps phytic acid from developing). 💪🏻
Mar 22
SO here`s the thing about heat and oats. 🔥🔥Typical oat brands heat treat their oats before they are sold to remove the hulls and roll them out into oatmeal. This decreases their nutrition and breaks their enzymes, which allows anti-nutrients to develop over time (like phytic acid).
But ZEGO isn`t your typical oats brand.
First, we start with a high-quality, special oat variety that is higher in key nutrients like protein, iron, and fiber. 🌱
Then, we cold process our oats so they maintain those nutrients and active enzymes until you cook them.
This means that our "Double Protein Oats" maintain their naturally occurring nutrients better than other brands and we don`t have anti-nutrient growth like phytic acid (the phytase enzyme keeps phytic acid from developing). 💪🏻
Let`s be proactive not reactive! Tell the 3 brands you rely on most that you want to see their purity test results to show that they are taking care to keep harmful pesticides out of your food.
DM or email them today. When enough consumers take action we can make change together.
Tag 3 brands in the comments that you want to start showing their purity testing like ZEGO.
Mar 20
Let`s be proactive not reactive! Tell the 3 brands you rely on most that you want to see their purity test results to show that they are taking care to keep harmful pesticides out of your food.
DM or email them today. When enough consumers take action we can make change together.
Tag 3 brands in the comments that you want to start showing their purity testing like ZEGO.
You have to try our Cinnamon Twist Muesli??
Kim is right – it`s not just good for you, it`s delicious 🤤
Find us online at vitacost.com or grab a bag through Instacart from your nearest Natural Grocers!
Mar 13
You have to try our Cinnamon Twist Muesli??
Kim is right – it`s not just good for you, it`s delicious 🤤
Find us online at vitacost.com or grab a bag through Instacart from your nearest Natural Grocers!
And that’s a wrap folks!! Thanks for joining us on our journey to #expowest2023 in Anaheim!
The BEST part is always seeing old friends like @beautymomme and @just.ingredients and making new ones like @dr.organicmommy — so many doctors and health care practitioners who kindly recommend our products to their patients, farmers who lovingly grow our food, and amazing brand leaders like @puoriuae and @philosopherfoods and investors who care about cleaning our supply chain and nourishing our soil.
And a special shout out to @celiacandthebeast for the giggles and @krystenskitchen for the baby joy. Love you all 😇 and can’t wait to see you again ❤️
We will have more stories to share in our Food Gossip series😍
Mar 12
And that’s a wrap folks!! Thanks for joining us on our journey to #expowest2023 in Anaheim!
The BEST part is always seeing old friends like @beautymomme and @just.ingredients and making new ones like @dr.organicmommy — so many doctors and health care practitioners who kindly recommend our products to their patients, farmers who lovingly grow our food, and amazing brand leaders like @puoriuae and @philosopherfoods and investors who care about cleaning our supply chain and nourishing our soil.
And a special shout out to @celiacandthebeast for the giggles and @krystenskitchen for the baby joy. Love you all 😇 and can’t wait to see you again ❤️
We will have more stories to share in our Food Gossip series😍
There are so many diets out there – paleo, keto, low fat, low calorie, etc.
What if before starting any of these diets, we just cut out processed foods and ate only nutritious, clean food?
How much weight, anxiety and depression would go away with simple eating?
Seems worth a try, doesn’t it?
Mar 10
There are so many diets out there – paleo, keto, low fat, low calorie, etc.
What if before starting any of these diets, we just cut out processed foods and ate only nutritious, clean food?
How much weight, anxiety and depression would go away with simple eating?
Seems worth a try, doesn’t it?
Get your ZEGO Purity Protocol GF oats at Whole Foods in the Mid-Atlantic area, including Atlantic City, New Jersey 💪
Want to buy them at your local Whole Foods? Just put in a request with the customer service desk on your next shopping trip!
Mar 6
Get your ZEGO Purity Protocol GF oats at Whole Foods in the Mid-Atlantic area, including Atlantic City, New Jersey 💪
Want to buy them at your local Whole Foods? Just put in a request with the customer service desk on your next shopping trip!
Maybe you don’t need to worry about naturally occurring cadmium in your chocolate!??
Our Founder @Colleen_Kavanagh_z shares her insider opinion on why cadmium in chocolate might not be as worrisome as you think. And, she shares an anecdote from a chocolatier who had his blood tested for it.
Follow her and @zegofoods for more Food Gossip Fridays!
Mar 6
Maybe you don’t need to worry about naturally occurring cadmium in your chocolate!??
Our Founder @Colleen_Kavanagh_z shares her insider opinion on why cadmium in chocolate might not be as worrisome as you think. And, she shares an anecdote from a chocolatier who had his blood tested for it.
Follow her and @zegofoods for more Food Gossip Fridays!
IRON is important for so many functions in the body. Here`s just a few:
– Your body uses iron to make hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body; the oxygen brings you energy.
– Iron is also used for myoglobin which provides oxygen to muscles, making you stronger.
– Iron overload can cause health complications, possibly including insulin resistance. Iron you get through iron won`t overload your system but you probably consult with a doctor if you regularly use cast iron pots or take supplements.
Can your breakfast bowl have enough naturally occurring iron to help you stay healthy? Yes! A serving of our Double Protein Oats has 15% of your daily need. That`s more than double the amount in the leading brand!
How do we do that? First, our farmers grow a specialty seed with high nutrient content. Second, we don`t heat treat our oats because heat damages nutrients. 💪💪💪
And, that`s why ZEGO is our go-to option for breakfast!
Mar 2
IRON is important for so many functions in the body. Here`s just a few:
– Your body uses iron to make hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body; the oxygen brings you energy.
– Iron is also used for myoglobin which provides oxygen to muscles, making you stronger.
– Iron overload can cause health complications, possibly including insulin resistance. Iron you get through iron won`t overload your system but you probably consult with a doctor if you regularly use cast iron pots or take supplements.
Can your breakfast bowl have enough naturally occurring iron to help you stay healthy? Yes! A serving of our Double Protein Oats has 15% of your daily need. That`s more than double the amount in the leading brand!
How do we do that? First, our farmers grow a specialty seed with high nutrient content. Second, we don`t heat treat our oats because heat damages nutrients. 💪💪💪
And, that`s why ZEGO is our go-to option for breakfast!
How much do you spend on supplements and herbs? They can be an investment for sure. But if you are drinking a lot of alcohol or eating junk, you can`t benefit very much from the subtle, beneficial elements of herbs.
Make sure you get their full benefit by eating clean, nutritious food like ZEGO!
Feb 22
How much do you spend on supplements and herbs? They can be an investment for sure. But if you are drinking a lot of alcohol or eating junk, you can`t benefit very much from the subtle, beneficial elements of herbs.
Make sure you get their full benefit by eating clean, nutritious food like ZEGO!
Great question, and thanks to a 2022 study by As You Sow, we now know the answer.
Cadmium – Cadmium is highest in the cacao used to make cocoa and chocolate liquor (a component of your chocolate bar). It comes from the soil so the amount will vary region by region, and even farm by farm. It is mostly a problem in Latin America v. other chocolate-growing regions of the world.
Lead – On the other hand, lead is not absorbed through the cacao tree but gets into chocolate during the post-harvest handling of the wet cacao pods. The lead can transfer from tarps, tools, roadside, concrete drying pads, and even water and air.
Want to read more? Check out all 300+ pages of the As You Sow report 🔗in bio.
And, if you want to learn more about how to enjoy your chocolate despite heavy metals, stay tuned for a new Food Gossip on chocolate in the next week!
Feb 20
Great question, and thanks to a 2022 study by As You Sow, we now know the answer.
Cadmium – Cadmium is highest in the cacao used to make cocoa and chocolate liquor (a component of your chocolate bar). It comes from the soil so the amount will vary region by region, and even farm by farm. It is mostly a problem in Latin America v. other chocolate-growing regions of the world.
Lead – On the other hand, lead is not absorbed through the cacao tree but gets into chocolate during the post-harvest handling of the wet cacao pods. The lead can transfer from tarps, tools, roadside, concrete drying pads, and even water and air.
Want to read more? Check out all 300+ pages of the As You Sow report 🔗in bio.
And, if you want to learn more about how to enjoy your chocolate despite heavy metals, stay tuned for a new Food Gossip on chocolate in the next week!
SPROUTING SECRETS REVEALED!
Paying more for sprouted grains or legumes because you want better nutrition and digestibility?
Listen in to the latest Food Gossip for the trick some in the sprouted industry do to get around sprouting while still making a sprouting claim. Colleen shares what you should ask the company to ensure your sprouted products were processed correctly.
Sprouting is labor-intensive and dangerous because it adds water into the processing of the product over multiple days. So sprouted packaged products need to be given extra care to ensure they are plenty dry before going into the bag.
Our Founder @colleen_kavanagh_z breaks down her tips on how to know if your sprouted products are legit.
For more insider tips, don’t miss any of @colleen_kavanagh_z Food Gossip series!
Feb 17
SPROUTING SECRETS REVEALED!
Paying more for sprouted grains or legumes because you want better nutrition and digestibility?
Listen in to the latest Food Gossip for the trick some in the sprouted industry do to get around sprouting while still making a sprouting claim. Colleen shares what you should ask the company to ensure your sprouted products were processed correctly.
Sprouting is labor-intensive and dangerous because it adds water into the processing of the product over multiple days. So sprouted packaged products need to be given extra care to ensure they are plenty dry before going into the bag.
Our Founder @colleen_kavanagh_z breaks down her tips on how to know if your sprouted products are legit.
For more insider tips, don’t miss any of @colleen_kavanagh_z Food Gossip series!
BIG NEWS!!!
We are so excited to partner with NATURAL GROCERS to bring ZEGO Double Protein Oats and both flavors of Muesli to you.
Find us at your local store, or toss a bag into your Instacart order.
Yes, we said Instacart . . . with our new checkout system, you can see which stores close to you have stock and automatically add it to your Instacart if you prefer delivery!
Feb 15
BIG NEWS!!!
We are so excited to partner with NATURAL GROCERS to bring ZEGO Double Protein Oats and both flavors of Muesli to you.
Find us at your local store, or toss a bag into your Instacart order.
Yes, we said Instacart . . . with our new checkout system, you can see which stores close to you have stock and automatically add it to your Instacart if you prefer delivery!
We know there have been a lot of updates about our product recently but don`t fear! You can get our delicious, purity-verified Muesli from Vitacost.com and at all Natural Grocers and Tops Friendly Market locations.
And, you may even be able to order through Instacart — just check our product pages through our website SHOP and they will tell you the larger natural grocery chains where you can get our products locally.
Still can`t find us? Check your local stores and ask them — smaller stores carry us too 🤗
Feb 13
We know there have been a lot of updates about our product recently but don`t fear! You can get our delicious, purity-verified Muesli from Vitacost.com and at all Natural Grocers and Tops Friendly Market locations.
And, you may even be able to order through Instacart — just check our product pages through our website SHOP and they will tell you the larger natural grocery chains where you can get our products locally.
Still can`t find us? Check your local stores and ask them — smaller stores carry us too 🤗
What are your memories or stories of what your great-grandmother used to eat?
Borscht, Irish Stew, Curry, Tamale’s?
To be sure, they weren’t eating processed food with ingredients you have to look up and still don’t understand.
But they also weren’t drinking smoothies with superfood powders taken from the Amazon Rainforest and powdered collagen derived with chemicals. You see, you don’t need those supplement powders if your food is unprocessed and nutritious.
You just need pure food. We are happy to provide it for you.
Feb 10
What are your memories or stories of what your great-grandmother used to eat?
Borscht, Irish Stew, Curry, Tamale’s?
To be sure, they weren’t eating processed food with ingredients you have to look up and still don’t understand.
But they also weren’t drinking smoothies with superfood powders taken from the Amazon Rainforest and powdered collagen derived with chemicals. You see, you don’t need those supplement powders if your food is unprocessed and nutritious.
You just need pure food. We are happy to provide it for you.
One of our favorite influencers, Amanda @plant__creations developed this beautiful Peanut Butter Cookie recipe for us and with a delicious kiss of maple syrup and coconut sugar! You’re going to want to save this recipe.
And, be sure to follow Amanda for other amazing plant-based recipes and tips!
INGREDIENTS:
1+1/2 cups oat flour (made using ZEGO’s gluten-free Double Protein Oats)
1 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or sub for sunflower seed butter)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
2 tbsp water
1 tsp vanilla extract
2/3 cup chocolate chunks
METHOD:
Preheat the oven to 350 and line a baking sheet with some parchment paper. Make your oat flour by adding the oats to a blender and blend on high until a fine flour forms.
In a large bowl, add in the oat flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
In a small bowl, add in the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, water, and vanilla. Combine well until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients in the bowl with the dry ingredients and combine until the cookie dough comes together. Fold in your chocolate chunks.
Using a cookie scoop, scoop out the cookies and place on the baking sheet. Flatten each one a little as they will not spread out much in the oven. Bake at 350 for about 13 minutes. Let cool and enjoy! Keep stored in an airtight container at room temp or in the fridge for longer.
Feb 8
One of our favorite influencers, Amanda @plant__creations developed this beautiful Peanut Butter Cookie recipe for us and with a delicious kiss of maple syrup and coconut sugar! You’re going to want to save this recipe.
And, be sure to follow Amanda for other amazing plant-based recipes and tips!
INGREDIENTS:
1+1/2 cups oat flour (made using ZEGO’s gluten-free Double Protein Oats)
1 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or sub for sunflower seed butter)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
2 tbsp water
1 tsp vanilla extract
2/3 cup chocolate chunks
METHOD:
Preheat the oven to 350 and line a baking sheet with some parchment paper. Make your oat flour by adding the oats to a blender and blend on high until a fine flour forms.
In a large bowl, add in the oat flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
In a small bowl, add in the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, water, and vanilla. Combine well until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients in the bowl with the dry ingredients and combine until the cookie dough comes together. Fold in your chocolate chunks.
Using a cookie scoop, scoop out the cookies and place on the baking sheet. Flatten each one a little as they will not spread out much in the oven. Bake at 350 for about 13 minutes. Let cool and enjoy! Keep stored in an airtight container at room temp or in the fridge for longer.
As you may have heard our product line has changed a bit recently. We are now focusing on our core products, Double Protein GF oats and Muesli. Though our product line is changing a bit, we want to remind you that all our bagged items will remain Top 14 Allergen Free and Gluten Free!
Feb 6
As you may have heard our product line has changed a bit recently. We are now focusing on our core products, Double Protein GF oats and Muesli. Though our product line is changing a bit, we want to remind you that all our bagged items will remain Top 14 Allergen Free and Gluten Free!
On this episode of Food Gossip – find out if the US is actually sending its best produce to Europe!?
Follow @zegofoods + @colleen_kavanagh_z for more Food Gossip dropping on Fridays!
Feb 3
On this episode of Food Gossip – find out if the US is actually sending its best produce to Europe!?
Follow @zegofoods + @colleen_kavanagh_z for more Food Gossip dropping on Fridays!
FIBER – most people only get 50% of the recommended daily value of fiber. ZEGO`s Purity Protocol Gluten Free Oats have 20%-40% more fiber than typical oats.
Fiber`s not only important for removing waste from your body so you don`t become a toxic mess.
It also contains Beta Glucans which improve gut and heart health, strengthen the immune system, and reduce symptoms of skin diseases
One of many reasons to eat ZEGO`s Double Protein Oats! Stay tuned for more nutrition info on this amazing specialty product.
Feb 1
FIBER – most people only get 50% of the recommended daily value of fiber. ZEGO`s Purity Protocol Gluten Free Oats have 20%-40% more fiber than typical oats.
Fiber`s not only important for removing waste from your body so you don`t become a toxic mess.
It also contains Beta Glucans which improve gut and heart health, strengthen the immune system, and reduce symptoms of skin diseases
One of many reasons to eat ZEGO`s Double Protein Oats! Stay tuned for more nutrition info on this amazing specialty product.
Double Energy Oats!
💪💪20g protein + 6g fiber + 25% Daily Value for iron 💪💪
And did we mention DELICIOUSLY flavored with molasses, vanilla, and cinnamon?
Did you know that protein, fiber, and iron are key to maintaining your energy level?
– Protein helps the body stay satiated after a meal
– Protein and Fiber help keep blood sugar balanced (which keeps your energy balanced)
– Iron helps carry oxygen to your muscles and your brain
– Fiber is high in beta-glucans which are beneficial to gut health…a healthy gut absorbs more nutrients…more nutrient absorption means more energy!
This recipe has 20g protein, 6g fiber, and 25% DV of iron. 💪💪 Best of all, it’s made with all REAL FOOD ingredients.
INGREDIENTS:
2/3 cup Double Protein Oats
1 tsp cinnamon
1-1/3 cup boiling water
1 pinch salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 rounded teaspoon blackstrap molasses
2 egg whites (you can sub 1 whole egg), whisked together
METHOD:
– Boil water.
– Stir oats, cinnamon, sea salt, and vanilla extract into boiling water.
– Simmer for 10 minutes (cook oats until they are on the dry side).
Turn off the heat.
– Stir in the molasses. (Tip: use the same spoon you measure the molasses with to stir into the oats.)
– Whisk the egg whites into the oats slowly. (Tip: Wedge the handle of the pot between your elbow and body to keep it from spinning when you are whisking the egg whites in.)
– Oats should be creamy and delicious.
Enjoy with your favorite fruit. Store for up to a week in the fridge or bake extra oatmeal into muffins—fold in your favorite frozen fruit or a banana for extra flavor and nutrition!
Jan 30
Double Energy Oats!
💪💪20g protein + 6g fiber + 25% Daily Value for iron 💪💪
And did we mention DELICIOUSLY flavored with molasses, vanilla, and cinnamon?
Did you know that protein, fiber, and iron are key to maintaining your energy level?
– Protein helps the body stay satiated after a meal
– Protein and Fiber help keep blood sugar balanced (which keeps your energy balanced)
– Iron helps carry oxygen to your muscles and your brain
– Fiber is high in beta-glucans which are beneficial to gut health…a healthy gut absorbs more nutrients…more nutrient absorption means more energy!
This recipe has 20g protein, 6g fiber, and 25% DV of iron. 💪💪 Best of all, it’s made with all REAL FOOD ingredients.
INGREDIENTS:
2/3 cup Double Protein Oats
1 tsp cinnamon
1-1/3 cup boiling water
1 pinch salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 rounded teaspoon blackstrap molasses
2 egg whites (you can sub 1 whole egg), whisked together
METHOD:
– Boil water.
– Stir oats, cinnamon, sea salt, and vanilla extract into boiling water.
– Simmer for 10 minutes (cook oats until they are on the dry side).
Turn off the heat.
– Stir in the molasses. (Tip: use the same spoon you measure the molasses with to stir into the oats.)
– Whisk the egg whites into the oats slowly. (Tip: Wedge the handle of the pot between your elbow and body to keep it from spinning when you are whisking the egg whites in.)
– Oats should be creamy and delicious.
Enjoy with your favorite fruit. Store for up to a week in the fridge or bake extra oatmeal into muffins—fold in your favorite frozen fruit or a banana for extra flavor and nutrition!
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