Here’s a quick and easy recipe for Coconut and Raspberry Chia Seed Pudding! But before we dive in, let’s just find out a bit more about this ‘superfood’.
What are chia seeds?
Chia seeds are small, black seeds. You can often find them in your local health food store and increasingly in the health section of supermarkets. They come from the Salvia hispanica plant and are related to the mint family. Chia seeds were widely used as a source of energy by the Mayans and Aztecs; the name ‘chia’ means strength.
What are the health benefits of chia seeds?
Chia seeds, though tiny, are packed with nutrients: calcium, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, as well as zinc, potassium and Vitamins B1, B2 and B3. They’re also a source of fibre, protein and omega-3 fats, and they’re high in antioxidants.
For such small seeds, they sure pack a hefty, nutritional punch!
One of the great things about chia seeds is that almost all their carbohydrate factor is in the form of fibre, which enables them to absorb up to 12 times their weight in water. The resulting gel-like form helps to clean out your digestive tract, flush out toxins and other junk, and leave you feeling fuller.
How do I incorporate chia seeds into my diet?
Since they’re so small, it’s really easy to do this. Unlike flax seeds, they don’t need to be milled first, so you can just sprinkle them on cereals or in smoothies.
A popular way to eat chia seeds is to make a chia seed pudding. I like to mix the ingredients the night before, leave them in the fridge to allow the seeds time to absorb the water and swell up, and then eat the pudding for breakfast.
Like to give it a try? Here’s a super simple recipe:
Ingredients
Method
- Add the chia seeds and milk to a bowl or mason jar, and stir until the chia seeds and liquid are combined.
- Add the other ingredients.
- Cover and leave in the fridge overnight.
- When ready to eat, stir through. You can add some fresh raspberries and perhaps some maple syrup at this stage.
- For chocolate/banana pudding, add 1 tbsp of cacao powder to the chia seeds and milk, and the next morning top with slices of banana and maple syrup. Alternatively, switch out the raspberries for any other fruit of choice. Mango tastes delicious with the coconut!
Let me know how you get on in the comments below.
Enjoy!
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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace advice given by your primary care provider. Please see your doctor if you’re considering making substantial changes to your diet and lifestyle.
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