Hello friends. Yes I know I promised a special not to be missed post on the dirty dozen. The post is on it's way taking a little longer then expected. Last week #TheFoodingCompany was slammed with a bunch of passover orders. As I've been told by a bunch of happy well fed family and friends the holiday orders went over very well. We catered two full seders from start to finish including a number of parve desserts that actually came out pretty delicious. Who knew desserts without butter or flour could be so good. I hope everyone - Jews & Christians had a wonderful holiday weekend. Today I'm going to let you in on a wonderful (& healthy) dish i've become obsessed with. I eat for breakfast or after dinner for a sweet treat. If you've never heard about it chia seeds are the new posh health food item. I first bought it a few months ago having no clue what it was or how it was eaten. I saw it on a shelf at my go-to grocery store Lady York next to some sesame crisps snacks and fancy tamari almonds. The packaging looked cool and It seemed to have a good balance of fiber, protein and calcium. I first tried putting the chia seeds into a protein shake. It had a weird slimy texture -
Thanks Jaime for posting this unusual super food pudding recipe. I can't wait to use my chia seeds in something other than my protein shake which frankly I'm also sick of but drink non the less for optimal good health. I can't wait to try out the pudding.....going to the store for some mangos and kiwi asap! xoxo Mom
ReplyDeleteI am both intrigued and scared by chia seeds. I see it everywhere now, but I haven't gotten over myself yet.
ReplyDeleteI love chia seeds! They are such an easy way to sneak in some extra omega-3s to your diet. I've made something similar to this except I added cocoa powder so it was chocolate chia pudding. Delicious!
ReplyDeleteWe dont get chia seeds here, is there any substitute to it.
ReplyDeleteBloggy Writer - there isn't really a substitute for this powerful seed. You can order them online at amazon.com :)
ReplyDeleteLove Chia - such an easy, healthy, & filling snack!! It's funny how we only knew about chia from those goofy plant commercials for years!
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting this! I bought a bag of chia seeds too and have only used them once in a smoothie, being cautious of their slimy texture. Can't wait to try this new take. I've recently learned that I have to severely reduce (if not eliminate) wheat and dairy from my diet, so alternative carbs and almond milk have been my go-to staples!
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Honestly Almond milk is one of my favorite new things. So tasty!
DeleteI have never heard of chia seed. What are they and where could I get them so that I can try making your recipe. :-)
ReplyDeleteCheck this out about chia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salvia_hispanica You can find them in some grocery stores, health food stores and you can definitely buy them online @ amazon.com
DeleteChia seeds have gained popularity beyond just growing "hair" on a ceramic head! I'm adding this to my list of must-try!
ReplyDeleteYou inspired my Chia Seed Coconut Pudding that I posted today! Thanks so much for a fun idea :) http://www.treatswithatwist.com/2012/04/chia-seed-coconut-pudding-with-toasted.html
ReplyDeleteYay, I'm so excited about this. Going to check it out now. Thanks for letting me know!
DeleteHow interesting.I am in need of a super food. I have never tried Chia
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