Chia Seed Recipes

While most of us know chia from the popular and peculiar Chia Pets, chia is far more than an ornamental plant. Chia (Salvia hispanica) is abundant in essential fatty acids. Chia seeds are also an excellent source of fiber. Join us on this board for fun and nutritious recipes!
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Chia Seed Blueberry Jam Recipe
#ad This homemade blueberry chia jam from @HealthCoachingwithKim is one of the easiest healthy swaps you can make! 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries 2 Tbsp NOW Chia Seeds A few drops of honey or NOW Monk Fruit Liquid Heat the blueberries + smash them to release the juices. Add the chia seeds and let them soak until the mixture cools. Then, plop on top of some sourdough with some cottage cheese for a balanced midday snack!
Super Seeds | How to Use Chia, Hemp and Flax
NOW Wellness Expert and RDN @djblatner shows you how to master using three super seeds – chia, hemp and flax – in three easy applications.
Green Chia Smoothie
· 4 servings A green smoothie is a quick and easy way to get your daily dose of leafy greens, but be careful! Just because it’s green, doesn’t always mean it’s healthy. Here’s an option that not only tastes great, but is also good for you. It’s loaded with healthy fats, carbs and gets additional sweetness and flavor from BetterStevia® Liquid, Lemon Twist. INGREDIENTS • 1 cup organic bananas • 1 cup organic kale leaves • ¾ cup hemp milk • ¾ cup ice • ½ cup organic spinach • ¼ cup organic avocado • ¼ cup NOW Sunflower Seeds, Raw & Unsalted • 1 tablespoon ground chia seeds • 1 tablespoon NOW Golden Flax Seed Meal, Organic • 2 drops NOW BetterStevia® Liquid, Lemon Twist
Golden Milk Chia Seed Pudding
This recipe by Registered Dietitian Carly Knowles combines two of her favorite things—the warming spices found in golden milk and the silky-smooth texture of chia pudding. There are two different forms of turmeric in this recipe (extract and ground) that provide powerful free radical scavenging benefits.* Enjoy this subtly sweet and nourishing pudding at breakfast or in the afternoon as a healthy snack.
Coconut Cacao Nib Oatmeal
A warming bowl of naturally sweet oatmeal filled with wholesome goodness is just perfect for a slow Sunday morning breakfast. This recipe from our friend at Sunday Morning Banana Pancakes uses a whole bunch of delicious NOW Real Food® products including Date Sugar, Organic Chia Seeds, Organic Shredded Coconut, Cacao Nibs, and Raw Almonds. It’s loaded with nutritious treats, so whip a bowl up for yourself or invite family and friends to indulge in this yummy oatmeal that can’t be beat.
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Kid-Friendly Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars 🍫
SAVE THIS RECIPE from @chelseyamer : • 1 ½ Cups NOW Organic Rolled Oats • 2 mashed bananas (1 cup) • 1/4 Cup melted coconut oil • 1 1/2 tsps vanilla extract • 1/4 Cup milk/plant milk • ¼ Cup chia seeds • 1 tsp baking powder • 2 tsps cinnamon • 1/2 tsp salt • 1 Cup shredded zucchini, excess water squeezed out • dark chocolate chips (measured with love ❤️) • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat an 8×8 pan with oil or parchment paper. • 2. In a high-powered food processor or blender, grind oats into oat flour. You’ll need 1 ½ cups of oat flour for this recipe. • 3. Add mashed bananas, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and milk to a large bowl and mix to combine. • 4. Mix in the oat flour, chia seeds, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt and mix with a spoon until just combined. Do
Peanut Butter & Jelly Chia Pudding 🥜🫐
Looking for a delicious, filling, plant-based snack prep? You HAVE to try this chia pudding from @makehealthyeasy • NOW Chia Seeds, Organic • Blueberries • Maple Syrup • Coconut Milk • Vanilla • Powdered Peanut Butter • NOW Sports Pea Protein Powder
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Healthy Breakfast Bars (with Chocolate!)
📹 @chelseyamernutrition 😍 2 1/2 C NOW Oats, divided 1/2 tsp baking powder 2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 15oz 🎃 1 🥚 1/4 C milk ¼ C applesauce 1 1/2 tsp vanilla ⅓ C chia seeds 1/4 C 🍫 chips Preheat 350F. Oil an 8×8 baking dish. Pulse 1 C oats into a flour. + oat flour, oats, baking powder, cinnamon & salt to a large bowl. Set aside. Mix pumpkin, egg, milk, applesauce & vanilla in a large bowl. + wet ingredients to dry ingredients. Mix. Fold in chia & chocolate chips. Bake 25 min/till golden.
Let's Talk About Chia Seeds
@lifenleggings chooses NOW® Chia Seeds for her healthy lifestyle! Why? They're abundant in Essential Fatty Acids, fiber, and protein. Her fave uses: ➕ Sprinkle on breakfast, snacks, and salads. ➕ Mix into smoothies, baked goods, no-bake bites and bars. ➕ Add to homemade jams, overnight oats and puddings.
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Chocolate Chia Pudding
@eatthegains has a love for pudding that runs deep.⁠ This chocolate chia seed pudding is a fun spin on a classic, made with simple ingredients. It's a delicious snack or dessert. 1 Cup lite coconut milk⁠ 2 Tbsps NOW Cocoa Powder⁠ 2 Tbsps collagen (20 g - optional)⁠ 1 1/2 Tbsps NOW Maple Syrup⁠ 1/2 tsp cinnamon⁠ 1/2 tsp vanilla extract⁠ a pinch of salt⁠ 3-4 Tbsps NOW Chia Seeds
The EASIEST Chia Pudding Recipe ✨
You're going to want to SAVE this easy chia pudding recipe from @marissavicario INGREDIENTS: 1/3 C NOW Chia Seeds 1 1/2 C Unsweetened Almond or Plant-Milk 1-2 tsp Vanilla Extract a pinch of salt Combine ingredients. Divide between 2 containers and refrigerate overnight. Add your toppings and enjoy!
5 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Chia Seeds + 5 Ways to Eat Them Every Day [Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding Recipe]
5 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Chia Seeds + 5 Ways to Eat Them Every Day [Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding Recipe]
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Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding
This breakfast idea by @eboydsfood is egg free & tasty, feat. our chia seeds! Refrigerate 3 hrs or overnight to enjoy. Top with granola or PB. 4 Tbsp NOW chia seeds 1 C almond milk 1/2 C berries 1 Tbsp maple syrup
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Chia Seed Pudding + Manuka Honey Bowl
This plant-based, high-protein snack bowl is really just out here powering our day and such! 🥺🥰 Big thanks to @itsgillean!