RECIPE: CHIA SEED PUDDING
I was never a person who could intermittent fast. Like, maybe… but skipping breakfast was really the challenge for me. I eat an early dinner, so it is easy to close the fridge door at 5pm and call it a day - but when I wake up, part of what gets me to jump out of bed is my coffee and my meal.
But also, and I know you can feel me on this, mornings start when my eyes open and they. are. busy.
I love it tbh. I am my best self during a busy morning BUT that means that for me to squeeze in meditation, journaling, a workout, taking out the dog, feeding the dog. and all that I need to get ready before 9am… and not wake up at an ungodly hour like 4am… I need to meal prep and have the start of my day waiting like a press of a button (I imagine this is double or triple hard with kiddos).
So, pass on the toast or grabbing a sugar-packed granola bar on your way out and instead - soak some chia seeds overnight and make a DELICIOUS chia seed pudding to start the day with.
I pulled the chia seed pudding overnight recipe from “Oh She Glows Everyday” cookbook - which is an awesome book btw.
Recipe:
1-can of light coconut milk
1/4 cup of chia seeds
2 tablespoons of pure maple syrup (I use THIS sugar free option)
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla bean powder
Dash of fine sea salt
What I use to layer the parfait:
Blueberries - packed with flavonoids and anti-inflammatory properties, and low glycemic, these babies are always in my fridge
Chopped up raw organic walnuts
Toasted coconut flakes
Drizzle pure maple syrup (Again, I use sugar free option)
Cinnamon sprinkle
Boom. Delicious!
Not only is this tasty but it hits high health marks ✓
Chia seeds - Highly nutritious. ...
Loaded with antioxidants. ...
May lower your risk of heart disease. ...
Contain many important bone nutrients. ...
May reduce blood sugar levels. ...
Easy to incorporate into your diet
Nuts - Rich in Antioxidants.
Super Plant Source of Omega-3s. ...
May Decrease Inflammation. ...
Promotes a Healthy Gut. ...
May Reduce Risk of Some Cancers. ...
May Help Lower Blood Pressure.
And last, but not least…
Coconut flakes are chockfull of flavor and nutrition. A healthy source of fat, fiber, iron, and protein, they can be enjoyed practically guilt free when consumed in moderation.
Try it! Let me know what you added to your parfait’s layers!