I am always on the lookout for simple, cost-effective, delicious, nutrient-dense foods and recipes. Here is the latest addition….
Three-Ingredient Organic Cherry Chia Pudding…
Some Benefits of Chia Seeds:
– One of richest plant-based sources of omega-3s
– Very high in fiber – 10 grams in just 2 tablespoons
– High in protein too! 4.4 grams in just 3 tablespoons.
– Very high in calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, maganese, phosphorous (helping you maintain strong bones and teeth, plus tissue growth and repair in the body), and also antioxidants that help protect the body from free radicals, aging and cancer
– Helps retain electrolytes, keeping you hydrated
– Can help keep your insulin levels in check by reducing insulin resistance and decreasing high levels in insulin in the blood.
– Helps regulate appetite, sleep and improve your mood because chia seeds contain tryptophan.
– They don’t really taste like anything so they are extremely versatile in the ways you can consume them – as an egg replacer, to thicken soups, stews, gravies and even meatloaf rather than using breadcrumbs, but also in sweet dishes like pudding.
Cherry Chia Pudding Recipe
Serves 4-6
The cherries in this recipe are low-glycemic, helping to not spike blood sugar, and nutrient-dense. Plus, they’re sweet enough on their own that no added sugar is needed.
This makes a pretty big batch. Keep it in the fridge for the week as a snack, or as a part of breakfast, or as dessert. It’s filling and sweet so it’s perfect for any of those occasions.
Ingredients:
3/4 cups chia seeds
2 cups almond milk, store bought or homemade (or whichever kind of milk you prefer)
1 lb or about 2.5 cups pitted cherries
Directions:
1. Once all cherries have been pitted, take half and put in a food processor or blender with the milk and puree. Take the other half and coarsely chop.
2. Empty chia seeds into a large bowl and add pureed milk and cherries mixture and chopped cherries.
3. Stir until well combined and refrigerate.
4. Pudding is ready after about 30 minutes when seeds have expanded and mixture resembles rice or tapioca pudding.
Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Source of inspiration: http://allsortsofpretty.com/cherry-chia-pudding/
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