We all know the wonders of *chia seeds. One of the greatest attributes about it is its’ versatility and adaptability due to its mild flavour. It’s gluten-free so it’s suitable for people suffering from gluten intolerance or sensitivity.
If you’re wondering on how to go about incorporating chia seeds into diet, let us introduce to you 5 simple ways to use chia seeds.
- Make chia seed pudding!
When drenched overnight in water (or milk of your choice), chia seeds take on a pudding-like texture and all you need to do is add a little bit of sugar or fresh dates for sweetness and burst of flavour, or if you like to add some crunch to it, you may add sliced raw almonds to top it off.
Kindly refer to this post for a step-by-step chia seed pudding recipe. J
- Chia seeds are great toppings and food binder!
Add chia seeds to raw yogurt, applesauce, smoothies or virtually any dish. Keep in mind that they tend to take on a gelatinous texture when mixed with liquid so best to sprinkle them on just before eating if you like a crunch! Chia seeds makes healthy nuts and raisin bars bind together for a boost of energy.
- Make chia spread!
Make your own healthy, homemade jam! Blend chia seeds with berries and stevia to make a healthy chia spread. You won’t even need any pectin as chia seeds gel-up fine on their own.
- Chia seeds can be “breading”, but so healthy!
Chia seeds can make an excellent addition to the breading for fish, meat or vegetables. Blend them with finely ground nuts and your choice of spices for a scrumptious breadcrumb replacement.
- Plant your own chia sprouts!
Sprouts offer high levels of nutrition like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and enzymes that protect against free radical damage. Chia sprouts – which can be used raw in salads and sandwiches – can be easily grown at home with chia seeds.
Believe us now when we say chia seeds are super versatile and adaptable? What an amazing super food to incorporate in everyone’s diets!
