Chia Seed 101 + 3 Ways To Use Chia Seeds

Learn everything you need to know about buying, storing, and working with chia seeds. Plus see three easy ways to work them into your kitchen today!

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CHIA EGG RECIPE
1 tablespoon ground chia seeds
3 tablespoons water

Combine chia seeds and water in a small bowl and mix well. Pop in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to thicken up.

Nutrients per recipe: Calories: 60g; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 0mg; Carbohydrate: 5g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugars: 0g; Protein: 3g

BLUEBERRY BANANA CHIA SMOOTHIE
2 tablespoon chia seeds
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup frozen blueberries
1/2 frozen banana
1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder

Pop everything in the blender and blend until thick and creamy. Enjoy!

Nutrients per recipe: Calories: 357g; Total Fat: 11.5g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 327mg; Carbohydrate: 44.9g; Dietary Fiber: 16g; Sugars: 20.7g; Protein: 20.8g

CHOCOLATE CHERRY CHIA BITES RECIPE
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup natural peanut butter
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup chocolate chips

Combine everything in a large bowl and stir until all the ingredients are mixed together.

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the 'dough' and roll into a ball. Place on a plate or quarter sheet pan lined with parchment paper and repeat until you have finished all the dough should have 20 balls.

Place in the fridge until firm. Store in the fridge or freezer in an airtight container. Enjoy!

Nutrients per ball: Calories: 81g; Total Fat: 3.4g; Saturated Fat: 0.8g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 12mg; Carbohydrate: 11.1g; Dietary Fiber: 2.1; Sugars: 6.3; Protein: 2.3g

[francinemorris]

This is a survival recipe I just started today. I’ve been in a lot of stomache pain from a bleeding ulcer. I could not keep any food in my stomach, Yet, this recipe saved me, brought me back to life. Vegetable broth with a pinch of Himalayan salt and chia seeds. Goodness this was a healthy option that helped me in my worst need.

[rkempson]

Of all the "health videos" on YouTube, I trust this girl the most. Straight forward, no bs, no side shows that distract from the content, and no annoying music. Thank you !

[carolyncampbell]

I’m having chia seeds in my overnight oats for breakfast every morning - oats, chia seeds, blueberries, milk (plant or dairy), Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup.
Love your videos Dani. ❤️

[Casser]

Chia jam
2 cups fresh or thawed fruit
1/4 cup chia seeds
2-3 TBSP maple syrup or honey
Put it in a blender and pulse until blended. I freeze it in ice cube trays and put into a bag in the freezer. Since they only last a few days in the fridge, I thaw out a few cubes at a time. (Sometimes I cheat and add chia seeds to my store bought jam)

[alexxrodriguez-moreno]

I really like how articulate you are and how you do not use the overly cheerful voice that others do. I also appreciate how quickly you deliver the information and how much advice/explanation you give throughout. Definitely helpful!

[rubynugent]

I use chia seeds in my smoothie every day but I use them already soaked in water so they are a gel. It works wonderfully & we love it.

[RJWilsonNovels]

I put 1-2 tbsp in 1/2 cup of milk depending on my mood, leave it in the fridge over night, and add mu cereal to it in the morning, it makes a cereal pudding type mix and I love it!

[jasonstation]

Such a rare gem. A well-paced video about what I wanted to know about with no-nonsense and all the right facts in the right order with no waffle! Perfect, thank you

[MarvelousSpirit]

The chia seed protein balls are absolutely delicious, I just made some!!

[maem]

2017/ Tasted Chia seeds for the first time in my life; it was " love at first bite !" I'm so happy that God created these delicious seeds for us to enjoy ! Thanks for sharing your time and recipes with your viewers 👍

[BarbaraC]

Thank you for this video. I am actually just about to try my chia seeds for the first time tomorrow morning in a breakfast smoothy. Similar to the one you showed. But mine will have chocolate protein powder, the frozen banana and almond milk, a bit of chocolate nibs, and some if my PB2 (powdered peanut butter). This is actually my first time both using chia seeds and making a smoothie, so I'll learn as I go.🙂

[diamond]

The chia cookie dough looks delicious... gonna try this. Trying to lose weight and still craving snacks this looks like a great alternative

[angelag]

I put my chia seeds in my water every morning when I get up with a little raw honey and lemon. After it sets for 10-15 minutes I drink it down like someone that hasn't seen water in forever (it's that good!) 😂. I also put them in my refrigerator oats when I make them, they're VERY good for that

[mairemars]

I always add chia to my salads. Also, one of my favorite breakfasts: Take a rice cake or slice of toasted bread. Spread peanut or almond butter, then drizzle some tahini and honey or agave nectar, and top it with chia seeds. Super filling.

[zdgzgcgxc]

The chia seed balls and smoothie looks delicious! I can't wait to try the smoothie.

[nakeasimone]

I love chia seeds!! Don't forget about the hemp seeds. They're awesome too!!

[kristinal-ghoul]

Breakfast chia pudding is one of my faves! it's best when i soak the chia in almond milk and mix with greek yogurt and a little maple syrup and let it absorb overnight . Yum!

[emeldachocolaty]

Your explanations are the best I've come across so far... Thanks for the tips and recipes

[EAUGUSTA]

Thanks so much for taking the time to illustrate these delicious recipes with chia seeds... my first one will be probably the chia smoothie😋😊

[xlovemeharder]

I just bought some chia seeds. This is awesome.