One of the most popular, healthy and easy breakfast options is chia seeds. They are an excellent source of important nutrients including calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus, as well as fiber, protein, healthy fats, and vitamins. These little seeds are ideal for people who hate to cook but still want to keep their weight and digestive system healthy. From sprinkling them into your smoothies to soaking them overnight for a delicious pudding, there are many ways to enjoy chia seeds. Often when we crave something sweet, we end up eating chocolates and cakes, which are not only harmful, but also increase our sugar and calorie intake. Sweet treats infused with chia seeds are not only delicious, but also packed with nutrients. (Also read: Ancient wisdom part 17: Cholesterol reduction to weight loss. Amazing benefits of chia seeds )
Here are some healthy and delicious chia seed recipes for a guilt-free dessert experience.
1. Chia seed pudding
(Recipe by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor)
Elements:
Cup of chia seeds
1 cup of coconut milk
2 tablespoons of yogurt
1 teaspoon of vanilla essence
1 tablespoon of maple syrup
A cup of freshly grated coconut
Fresh pomegranate pearls as needed
Dark chocolate chips to decorate
Method:
1. Combine chia seeds, coconut milk and yogurt in a bowl and mix. Add vanilla essence and maple syrup and mix well. Cover it with film and leave it aside for 2-3 hours.
2. Dry the coconut in a non-stick pan until golden. Pour into a container and cool.
3. Pour some chia seed mixture into a serving glass. Top with some pomegranate pearls, some toasted coconut, some chia seed mix, some chocolate chips, and some pomegranate pearls. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve cold.
2. Pineapple chia smoothie
(Recipe by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor)
Elements:
for a share
2 slices of canned pineapple
1 tablespoon of chia seeds
2 medium bananas
5-6 leaves of fresh spinach
8-10 almonds
cup of milk
Our cup
A cup of soft coconut water
1 tablespoon of honey
Method:
1. Peel the bananas, roughly chop and add to the blender jar. Add spinach leaves, pineapple chunks, almonds, milk, yogurt, tender coconut water, honey and chia seeds and make a smooth mixture.
2. Serve immediately.
3. Chocolate chia seed oatmeal
(Recipe by Chef Tarla Dalal)
Elements:
For chocolate bar
1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tablespoon of pumpkin seeds
1 teaspoon of chia seeds
Method:
For chocolate bar
1. To make the chocolate bar, first prepare the cocoa mixture by mixing unsweetened cocoa powder with 1/4 cup of water in a glass.
2. Put oats, unsweetened almond milk, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds in a wide bowl.
3. Then add the cocoa mixture.
4. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
5. Serve unsweetened Indian chocolate oatmeal cold.
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