Start 2025 with a fibre boost!
I am excited to start the new year by sharing this high-fibre chia seed pudding recipe with you! Many of us are not getting enough fibre in our diets, so I am here to help with one of my favourite high-fibre snacks. This pudding is delicious and packed with protein, healthy fats and fibre – making it the perfect way to maintain steady energy, mood and focus throughout the day.
Fibre
The chia seeds in this pudding are a fantastic source of fibre containing about 6g per serving! Fibre helps keep you full and satisfied while also being great for your gut health.
Fibre is a type of carbohydrate that your body can not fully digest, which helps slow down digestion and keep your blood sugar levels steady. This makes it useful for maintaining stable energy and preventing those dreaded afternoon crashes.
Healthy Fats
Despite their bad reputation, fats are essential for good health because not all of them are the same. Chia seeds contain omega-3 fatty acids, particularly ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). ALA is partially transformed into EPA in the body which supports heart and brain health while reducing inflammation.
Healthy fats help maintain stable blood sugar levels because they digest slowly, helping regulate the sugars released from carbohydrate-rich foods. They also help digest fat-soluble vitamins in our body such as vitamins A, D, E and K.
Protein
Protein is crucial for building and repairing muscles, tissues, skin, hair and nails! It also plays a role in the production of hormones and enzymes, making it important to include in your diet.
While chia seeds contain some protein, you can easily boost the protein content of this pudding by adding a scoop of your favourite protein powder or dollop of Greek yogurt.
This chia seed pudding is going to help you feel fuller for longer and provide you with extra nutrients like calcium, iron and omega-3s! It is an excellent way to support your health and keep you satisfied throughout the day.
Start your year off right with this simple, nutritious and delicious chia seed pudding! 🙂
Healthy Holiday Gingerbread Pancakes
Prep time: 5 minutes
“Cook” time: 4 hours
Total time: 4 hours
Dietitian Tip: Boost the flavour and fibre content by adding some frozen fruit, nuts or seeds.
- 1 can light coconut milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- ½ cup chia seeds
- ~2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Directions:
- In a large jar or bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir well, adding the protein powder gradually to avoid clumps.
- Divide the chia pudding into 4 small jars or containers for easy portioning.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
- Enjoy your chia pudding as a snack, breakfast or a light dessert!
Nutritional Breakdown (per serving):
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fibre: 7g
- Calories: 210
