How to Incorporate Chia Seeds Into Your Diet

If you haven’t seen the wave of excitement going around the wellness world about Chia seeds, then you should definitely keep reading. Known for their incredible nutritional value, Chia seeds pack more punch in a single tablespoon than some of the most good-for-you foods out there. With more Omega 3’s than salmon and more antioxidants than blueberries, Chias are easy to use and worth every bite you put in your mouth. From Chia pudding to energy drinks, these tiny seeds are a powerhouse of delicious nutrition ready to be worked into your daily life. Still wondering how to incorporate Chia seeds into your diet? Here’s a roundup of some of the best recipes out there.

How to Incorporate Chia Seeds into Your Diet

In baking. Chia seeds can be used as an egg substitute (really!). Just grind up one tablespoon of seeds and mix with three tablespoons of water. This is equivalent to one egg.

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Banana Chia Bread

Chia Muffins

Vanilla Chia Pudding

 

In place of breadcrumbs. Just throw in a couple of tablespoons as an exchange for the breadcrumbs you’d normally use when making meatballs and meatloaf. Same goes for when you use breadcrumbs on chicken, fish or anything similar. Chias are nutty and crunchy – a perfect (and healthy) replacement.

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Chia Seed Pork Meatballs

Chia Morning Egg Bites

 

In Smoothies:

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Banana Almond Smoothie with Chia Seeds

Peanut Butter Chia Smoothie

 

In Homemade Energy Drinks:

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Chia Lemon Water

Chia Powerhouse Water

 

Have you gotten on the Chia wave? What’s your favorite way to incorporate Chia seeds into your diet?