Chia seeds have gotten a lot of hype this past few years as the new superfood — a long way from chia seed pet that you water and puffs up into some grass poodle.
I don’t think it’s a fad to go away though; because I don’t think it’s a fad anymore.
Actually I would go as far as saying they’re mainstream now, or at least on the way of becoming mainstream.
Chia is a species of flowering plant in the mint family native to central and southern Mexico and Guatemala.
The seeds are a great source of omega 3, helpful in reducing blood pressure, contain a good amount of fiber, protein, and calcium, and can assist in getting you “full” faster.
When combined with water chia seeds form a thick gel. If you add add a tablespoon of seeds to one cup water after just 15 minutes they form a thick jelly-like mass.
It has been said that each seed absorbs water nine to ten times its weight.
As a result, chia seeds are ideal for thickening beverages and creating puddings and mousses. They’re also great in baking goods.
Personally I love making chia puddings for breakfast. I make ‘em the night before and I have them waiting for me in the fridge the next morning.
If you haven’t jumped on the chia seed bandwagon yet, you should do it, now. Here are 12 recipes to get you started…
Cheesy Chia Seed Crackers
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Coconut Chia Seed Pudding
Chocolate Avocado Chia Pudding
Blueberry Avocado and Chia Breakfast Pudding
Mango Spinach Chia Smoothie
Chia Chocolate Mousse
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Vanilla Berry Chia Pudding
Chocolate Chia Orange Pudding
Minty-Chia Green Smoothie
Almond Chia Recovery Smoothie
Raw Chocolate Pudding
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Thanks for all the great recipes Mike. I have been adding flax and chia seeds to my smoothies, yogurt and oatmeal.
ReplyDeleteThat's fantastic Lauren!
DeleteThanks for this post Mike! I have recently started using Chia seeds and on the lookout for nice recipes.Everything on this post looks so scrumptious!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks P!
DeleteWe love chia seeds here, my husband adds them to his oatmeal every morning so I'm sure he's ready for a new way to enjoy them. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lauren!
DeleteWhat a great round-up. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteDelicious chia infused recipes :)
ReplyDeleteI know right?
DeleteAnother winning post. Thanks Mike. Looks like chocolate chia orange pudding for breakfast tomorrow :)
ReplyDeleteThe Chocolate Chia Orange Pudding is one of my favorites!
DeleteYum. These look great! I'm obsessed with chia as a breakfast pudding. I just made a peppermint chocolate one that I am loving. I actually love them warmed up with a bit of cashew milk...just like the malt-o-meal I used to have as a kid.
ReplyDeletePeppermint chocolate chia pussind sounds heavenly, I need to try it asap!
DeleteFantastic. You the best. I've made your coconut chia pudding multiple times and we've enjoyed it. Pinning for sure.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome blog you have! Wonderful post, I was curious about, what to do with the chia seds ;)))) Thank you!
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Dude, that graphic on top looks awesome! Love the design of it. And this is an epic roundup of chia goodness. I'm totally down to try that Blueberry Avocado and Chia Breakfast Pudding tomorrow AM!
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