When you first think of chia seeds, you probably think of the Chia Pets that were so popular several decade ago. But no, chia seeds are also a superfood. They date back to the time of Aztecs and Mayans, but were forgotten until recently.
There are so many reasons to incorporate chia seeds into your diet. They are a great source of fiber and omega 3 fatty acids, and they improve digestion. One serving provides 20% of your daily calcium needs. It also includes magnesium and other trace minerals. Furthermore, it is easy to use. It is a thickener that can be used in stews or soups or smoothies. I like it best as a pudding. Below is a simple chia seed recipe, that you can modify in a hundred different ways, depending on your taste. I love it for breakfast.
Easy Chia Pudding
2 Tablespoons chia seeds
1/2 cup milk (coconut, almond or cows milk)
1/8 tsp vanilla
1 teaspoon honey or other sweetner
Mix all ingredients together, stirring well to incorporate chia seeds into liquid, and make sure chia seeds don't clump. Refrigerate for at least an hour, and stir several times to prevent seeds from clumping. The seeds will absorb up to 8x their weight and will come gelatinous.
Toppings or layering: You can layer the chia seeds with fruit in a clear glass jar for a beautiful presentation, or you can just have the pudding on the bottom and top with fruit and nuts of your choice.
Toppings I enjoy are strawberries, blueberries and bananas, slivered coconut, or chopped almonds. Use your imagination and enjoy.
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