Planning Mother’s Day brunch? This delightful chia pudding is a great option to add to the table. Packed with ingredients like spirulina and xylitol (a natural sweetener that can substitute sugar in almost any recipe), surprise the mum in your life with a nourishing choice they’ll appreciate.
How can something that looks this good be good for you too? Thanks to the alluring blue from blue spirulina, this chia seed pudding is every bit as beautiful as it is great tasting. Only have green spirulina powder? No worries – add that in its place and you’ve still got a full of flavour recipe that’s incredibly good for you.
Here to energise and uplift, this recipe calls for Nuzest Smooth Vanilla Clean Lean Protein and chia seeds – both superb for keeping you fueled and focused for the day ahead. Superfood superstar spirulina is a nutrient-dense algae that’s rich in antioxidants like phycocyanin and is great for adding an extra boost of energy to your day.
With hints of vanilla, this delicious pudding is great to enjoy for breakfast, as a healthy pre- or post-gym snack or whenever you’re feeling peckish. Finish it off by topping it with your favourite yoghurt, fresh fruit or muesli. For extra brownie points this Mother’s Day, we recommend drizzling chocolate over the top – yum!
The star ingredient: chia seeds
Going plant-based or looking for an alternative source of omega-3? Chia seeds contain alpha-linolenic acid which is a rich source of plant-based omega-3s. What’s more, they also contain plenty of vitamins and minerals to help our bodies feel well. From magnesium to calcium and iron, this nutritional powerhouse is worth adding to your diet. It’s also high in antioxidants like quercetin – an all-rounder for your health, and fibre – great for keeping you feeling fuller for longer.
This wholesome ingredient can be eaten raw, soaked in juice, added to granolas – try it in our homemade honey and raspberry granola, sprinkled over porridge or enjoyed as a pudding (our favourite!). With so many options to choose from, adding chia seeds to your day is not only highly nutritious but simple and easy too.
Ingredients:
- 400ml coconut milk
- 1 Serve Nuzest Smooth Vanilla Clean Lean Protein
- 1 tsp spirulina powder of choice (you can also use Butterfly Pea Flower Powder for another bright blue colour)
- 1 Tbsp SweetNZ Xylitol Sweetener
- 6 Tbsp chia seeds
To serve (all optional):
- Coconut yoghurt
- Fresh fruit
- Muesli or granola
- Your favourite chocolate
Method:
- Blend all the ingredients (except the chia seeds) together.
- Add the chia seeds, mix well and allow to stand for 5 minutes.
- Mix again, scraping down the sides and let it stand for another 5 mins.
- Mix again, pour into glasses and place in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight.
- Enjoy!
Dietaries: Vegan | Gluten Free | Dairy Free | Sugar Free
Time: 15 minutes (to prepare), 4+ hours (to set) | Serves: 2-3
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