Chia Pudding parfait is so fun and easy to make it’s perfect for snack or a quick breakfast. I enjoy it with fruits or nuts.
The chia seed comes from the desert plant Salvia hispanica. The plant is native to Mexico, and it dates way back. Aztec and Mayan cultures knew of the chia seed’s remarkable properties and used it as an energy booster.
Heatline.com writes that chia is highly nutritious, Despite their tiny size, chia seeds are highly nutritious. They’re packed with fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and various micronutrients.
- calories: 138
- protein: 4.7 grams
- fat: 8.7 grams
- alpha-linolenic acid (ALA): 5 grams
- carbs: 11.9 grams
- fiber: 9.8 grams
- calcium: 14% of the Daily Value (DV)
- iron: 12% of the DV
- magnesium: 23% of the DV
- phosphorus: 20% of the DV
- zinc: 12% of the DV
- vitamin B1 (thiamine): 15% of the DV
- vitamin B3 (niacin): 16% of the DV
Chia seeds are high in antioxidants. These compounds help protect the seed’s delicate fats while also offering health benefits to humans.Chia seeds are high in protein and fiber, both of which have been shown to aid weight loss. However, studies on chia seeds and weight loss have provided mixed results. Chia seeds may reduce the risk of heart disease, likely due to the fiber and ALA they contain. However, more human research is needed. Chia seeds are high in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and ALA. All of these nutrients have been linked to improved bone mineral density.
Ingredients
Chia seeds
Agave syrup
Coconut Milk
Maracuja
Strawberry
Mango
Blue berry
Granola
How to make Chia Pudding parfait
In a bowl add coconut milk and 4 spoon of chia seed mix well and let it rest over night. Afterwards prepare your fruits, and enjoy with your favorite granola.
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