Description

Chia seeds have been a staple in South America since the time of the Aztec Empire. Chia seeds are an important and naturally plant-based source of omega-3. About two teaspoons of chia seeds provide all the omega-3 you need in a day.

Chia pudding is an easy, delicious, and convenient way to eat chia seeds as a nourishing snack, dessert, or breakfast. This recipe is simple, satisfying, and full of protein and omega-3. We serve our chia pudding with mango and coconut, or strawberry coulis for a particularly delicious and refreshing pudding.

Not a fan of the texture of chia pudding? We recommend blending or grinding the chia seeds first to make a really smooth chia pudding. This will also reduce the amount of time the chia pudding needs to rest before serving.

Ingredients

Scale

For the chia pudding:

¼ cup chia seeds
1 cup plant-based milk
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

For the strawberry coulis:

½ cup strawberries or other berries
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornflour
1 tablespoon water

Instructions

If blending/grinding your chia seeds for a smoother result, grind chia seeds in a coffee grinder until you have a powder. You can also blend once everything is mixed together, or skip this step entirely.
Mix the pudding ingredients well in a jar or bowl. Leave for 5 minutes, and mix again.
Place in the fridge overnight.

To make the strawberry coulis:

Blend the strawberries with a hand blender/a fork/press through a strainer. Then transfer to a small saucepan over medium heat.
Add the maple syrup and lemon juice and mix. Taste and adjust the sweetness until you love it.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the cornflour with the water until there are no lumps.
When your berry mixture is bubbling, add the cornflour mixture and mix well with a whisk or fork for 2 minutes, until the mixture thickens. Set aside to cool and store in the refrigerator.
In the morning, pour your coulis over the chia pudding and add any other toppings you like: fresh fruit, nuts, mango, coconut, seeds. Enjoy!