Chia seeds are my favourite for quick and easy dessert options. Despite their small size, they are full of important nutrients. Chia seeds are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and they provide fiber, iron, and calcium. Native to Central America, they have long been touted as a super food. They can be made into pudding, blended into smoothies or oatmeal, and even baked into bread.Â
An ounce of chia seeds (about 2 tablespoons) contains 138 calories, 10 grams of fiber, 9 grams of fat and 5 grams of protein, as well as 17% of your daily calcium needs, 12% of your iron and 23% of your magnesium. As for flavour, there isn’t much, so you won’t really notice them in your food, except for the little bit of crunch and bump they add to the texture. Yes, we eat these guys for health, not flavour.
“All the proof of a pudding is in the eating.”
William Camden
Chia Berry Pudding
Ingredients
- 300 g Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp Chia seeds
- 2 tbsp Stevia (or honey, sugar, maple syrup)
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 50 g Mixed fresh berries
- 2-3 drops Vegan food colouring
Instructions
- Mix the yogurt and the chia seeds in a bowl and refrigerate for 2 hours or until they become very gelatinous in its texture.
- Once chilled add the stevia and the vanilla and divide into three bowls.
- Add a drop of the desired colour to each bowl and mix well.
- Place 2-3 tbsp of each coloured mixture in 2 mini cups or glasses until you achieve the desired layers. Garnish with fruits on the top.
- Enjoy!