Don't let their size fool you - chia seeds are tiny powerhouses packed with gut-loving nutrition. When soaked, they absorb up to 10 times their weight in liquid, making them ideal for thickening smoothies, puddings, and even replacing eggs in recipes. Curious about the health benefits of chia seeds? Keep reading. Let's dive into chia seed nutrition facts that you might be interested in learning about.
Let's also explore why chia seeds are a true Harmony Method™ favorite and how to enjoy them in a delicious strawberry banana chia pudding recipe below. 🍓
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✨ Why Chia Seeds Are a Tiny Superfood
Who else remembers growing a chia pet? 🖐🏻
Believe it or not, the same seeds used for sprouting that "hair" are now recognized as one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet.
Benefits of Chia Seeds
Here's why chia seeds are so powerful.
- ✅ High In Fiber - Just 2 tablespoons pack over 11g of fiber - more than 30% of your daily needs.
- ✅ Rich In Omega-3 Fatty Acids - Great for skin, hormones, and inflammation.
- ✅ Complete Plant-Based Protein - Containing all essential amino acids.
- ✅ Loaded With Minerals - Calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, zinc, and potassium.
- ✅ Antioxidant-Rich - Even more than blueberries per gram!
- ✅ Naturally Gluten-Free, Vegan, and Easy To Digest.
🍽️ Harmony Kitchen Favorite: Chia Pudding
One of chia's standout qualities is its ability to absorb liquid and create a gel-like texture. This makes it perfect for creating simple, make-ahead puddings you can enjoy for breakfast or snacks all week.
Here's why I love using chia in meal prep.
- 🥄 Versatile - Works as a breakfast, snack, or healthy dessert.
- 🥄 Make-ahead friendly - Whip up a big batch and enjoy all week long.
- 🥄 Natural egg replacer - Just mix 1 tablespoon chia with 3 tablespoon water = 1 egg.
- 🥄 No grinding or cooking required - just mix and go! Easy peasy!
🥣 Culinary Nutrition Tip: Chia Seeds
For picky eaters or kids, blend chia puddings until smooth and use white chia seeds for a more subtle appearance. When left whole, they resemble tapioca pearls.
You will love my strawberry banana chia seed pudding recipe below. These puddings appear regularly on my meal plans for all the reasons above, plus:
🌸 Chia Seed Health Benefits At a Glance
Here's a quick breakdown of what makes chia so special.
- 🌿 Balances blood sugar + curbs sugar cravings.
- 💪 Builds bone strength (more calcium than milk!)
- 💧 Promotes hydration (chia holds water incredibly well).
- 🌞 High in vitamins A, B, D, and E.
- 🔥 Fights inflammation with antioxidants. Higher in antioxidants than blueberries.
- 🌈 Easy to digest and support gut health. (Low in phytates).
- 🧡 High in omega-3 fatty acids.
- 🥦 Great source of soluble and insoluble fiber
- 💙 Loaded with magnesium.
- 🏋️♀️ Good source of protein.
Fun Fact:
"Chia" comes from the Mayan word for "strength." Ancient Aztec and Mayan warriors valued them so highly, they were even used as currency!
💡 How to Eat Chia Seeds
- 🥣 Soaked in coconut milk with maple syrup and berries.
- 🥗 Sprinkled on salads, soups, or oatmeal.
- 🍪 Baked into homemade crackers or bars.
- 🥤 Blended into smoothies.
- 🍓 And of course - chia puddings!
Be sure to Check out my popular chia recipe, purple sweet potato chia pudding. Everyone loves that recipe too.
So, no more wondering how to eat chia seeds with this easy and delicious strawberry chia seed pudding recipe.
🍓 Learn How To Make A Strawberry Banana Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
📖 Recipe
Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 cup coconut milk beverage (Unsweetened)
- 1 banana
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl or a mason jar. Whisk together or shake the mason jar until the mixture is well combined.
- Cover the chia pudding mixture and chill in the refrigerator until the chia turns into a pudding consistency, about 20 minutes to one hour. Best overnight.
- You can eat this pudding just like this, or if you desire a smooth consistency, add all ingredients to a blender and process until super smooth. Chill in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Optional Toppings:
- Top with homemade granola if you want a heartier breakfast option.
- For a pretty presentation, try dividing the mixture before blending and reserve one mixture without blending. Layer each mixture for an added variation in texture. Enjoy.
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Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. Modify as needed and enjoy.
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Meal Prep Hack:
Divide into small jars and top with layers of blended and whole pudding for a fun texture variation!
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