Chia seeds are one of nature’s rare, perfect, superfoods. There are many health benefits of chia seeds including that they are a complete vegan source of protein, have 50% more omega-3 than flax seeds, and 5g of filling fiber per serving.
Suitable for both sweet and savory dishes, chia seeds can be sprinkled on top of yogurt or salad, added to smoothies, baked into bread, used as a natural thickener for soups and sauces and even used to replace eggs and oil in baked dishes.
Berries & Cream Chia Popsicles
Yields: 6 popsicles
Ingredients:
1/3 c. chia berry jam or your favorite fruit-sweetened jam (2/3 c. greek-style yogurt (sub coconut cream for dairy-free)
1/3 c. almond milk or other milk of choice
1/3 c. honey
2 tsp. vanilla extract
3 tbsp. Chosen Foods Chia Seeds
Directions:
Add about 1 tablespoon of chia jam to each of the popsicle cups. Set aside the mold.
In a blender, add the yogurt, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth. Pour the creamy mixture over top of the berry jam in the molds. Use a knife to gently move the jam around to create a swirl effect.
Top the creamy layer with about 1/2 tablespoons chia seeds each and gently insert the popsicle stick. Freeze until solid, about 6 hours.
Recipe provided by Chosen Foods
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Nutrition Facts: | |
Serving Size: 1 Tbsp (12g) | |
Servings per Container: About 38 | |
Amount per Serving % DV | |
Calories 60 | |
Calories from Fat 40 | |
Total Fat 4g 7% | |
Saturated Fat 0g 0% | |
Trans Fat 0g 0% | |
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g | |
Monounsaturated Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 0mg 0% | |
Sodium 0mg 0% | |
Total Carbohydrates 5g 2% | |
Sugars 0g | |
Dietary Fiber 5g 20% | |
Protein 2g | |
Vitamin A 0% | |
Vitamin C 0% | |
Calcium 8% | |
Iron 6% | |
Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. |