What Can You Do With Chia Seeds?
The great thing about this food item is that despite its size, it’s surprisingly versatile. There are numerous ways to incorporate them into your diet.
Here are five handy suggestions:
● Eat Them Raw: If you aren’t exactly sure yet how to cook chia seeds, don’t worry. You can enjoy them as they are, as part of an existing meal.
For instance, if you’ve prepared a delicious salad, then you can sprinkle a handful of chia seeds on top. In the mood for a sweet snack like yogurt? You can pour some chia seeds on top.
Just remember that although chia seeds are a popular food item they’re not calorie-free. There are about 60 calories per tablespoon; if you count calories, don’t forget to count the added chia seeds.
● Chia Seed Smoothies: Chia seeds work wonderfully in smoothies. It turns out that their small size is misleading; they are highly absorbent seeds, swelling to several times their original size when added to liquid. They become very soft and easy to digest when added to liquid.
A popular partner for the chia seed in smoothies is the blueberry. Why not try this delicious recipe from Food Network?