If you like, you can whisk some egg whites (for extra protein) into the hot oatmeal after cooking. Oatmeal has some protein of its own (6g/serving), so adding additional protein is not required. However, if you find that you can't make it to lunch without getting terribly hungry, extra protein would be a great idea. Stirring some
collagen or
whey protein powder into it after microwaving works as well.
Want a chocolate overnight oatmeal recipe to eat cold? Try
My Fave Overnight Oatmeal (you can find the recipe on my website or on pg. 30 of my cookbook,
Necessary Food).