Monday, January 28, 2013

The Chia Seed



The Chia seed is one of the most interesting and obscure foods I have come across. They are little tiny seeds that look like they are little black sesame seeds or even like they are little rocks. These seeds don't seem to have much flavor but what they do with water is amazing. Each one of the seeds has a thin translucent membrane that allows water to pass through. The seeds suck up the water into the membrane and become sticky. It is almost like they transform in to tiny tapioca balls. They are very high in Omega-3, fiber, calcium, magnesium, and protein. You can put the chia seeds into juice and watch them plum up. Or my favorite thing to do is make a wonderful dairy free coconut pudding or yogurt. These wonderful chia seeds can be found at Haggen or the coop.

 Ingredients


2 1/2 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 cup almond milk
1/2 cup lite coconut milk
1/4 cup shredded coconut
1 tsp agave syrup
Mango or other fresh or frozen fruit (optional)

Directions

1. Place almond milk, coconut milk, chia seeds, and agave syrup into a small bowl and mix until combined. 
2. Cover with plastic rap and place in fridge for 4 hours or over night. 
3. Stir and add fruit
4. Enjoy!







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