What are Chia Seeds?
Chia seeds, hailing from the Salvia hispanica plant, are tiny nutritional powerhouses. Native to Mexico and Guatemala, these ancient seeds were a staple food for civilizations like the Aztecs and Mayans. Incredibly versatile, they can be added to a variety of dishes, from smoothies and yogurt to salads and baked goods. Packed with essential nutrients such as fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and antioxidants, chia seeds also have the unique ability to absorb up to 12 times their weight in liquid, forming a gel-like substance that aids digestion and promotes satiety.
Chia Oat Parfait
- Yield: Serves 2
Description
A healthy start full of chia and flax seeds.
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 tsp ground flax seeds
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Fresh raspberries for serving
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except berries. Sit overnight in a refrigerator until thick.
- To serve, layer ½ cup chia oat mixture in a glass, 5 raspberries, ¼ cup chia oat mixture and 5 more raspberries.
Recipe and Styling by Selena Orkwis / Photography by Laura Petrilla
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