chia is packed with essential omega-3 fatty acids as well as 10% more antioxidants than blueberries! it is also high in dietary fiber. chia doesn’t have any particular flavor. one of my new favorite ways to enjoy chia and all it has to offer is by using it in a drink. when you soak the seeds for a few minutes they become gelatinous. there is a new wave of thai iced tea drinks with tapioca balls called “bubble tea” or “boba”; when you put chia seeds in a drink it becomes a miniature version of this thai drink. i am currently enjoying a mix of pomegranate juice fresh lemon and lime chia seed mint and agave. i use one tablespoon of chia seeds ¼ cup of pomegranate cherry or cranberry juice (unsweetened) ¼ lemon wedge of lime leaf of fresh mint (optional). place chia in large glass (pint size) with juice and squeeze of lemon and lime and agave (omit if you prefer tart and up to 2 tablespoons if you like a sweeter drink). let sit for 3-5 minutes. add mint leaf ice and fill rest of glass with water. stir and enjoy. the chia will help keep you feeling hydrated and fight off hunger. you can soak 2 tablespoons of chia seeds in 2 tablespoons of water and add into your favorite muffin recipe or other baked goods for extra health and moisture. try this with my pumpkin muffin recipe in mom-a-licious. you can also add chia to your breakfast cereal (hot or cold). you can find chia seeds in most health food stores on line and in some grocery stores.
how can i get the benefits of chia in foods and beverages?