Healthy low-fat nutritious dessert. Blue spirulina gives this dessert a beautiful brilliant blue color that elegantly delicious.
Chia seeds are such a power-packed tiny seed! They are full of Omega 3’s, antioxidants, a source of protein and fiber. I first learned about them several years ago after reading Born to Run by Christopher McDougall. I was fascinated by how the Tarahumara Indians used these seeds for hydration, endurance, and overall health. If you haven’t read this book, I highly recommend it! Especially, if you love running.
Chia seeds are so much fun to experiment with. I usually add them to my smoothies, smoothie bowls, granola bars, cookies, yogurt parfaits, and now pudding. I also like to mix about a tablespoon of seeds with a glass of lemon water or juice. Let it sit about 5 minutes while stirring frequently (this part is important or you will have a hockey puck at the bottom of the glass), then drink it. Super satisfying and filling.
When combined with liquid, the seeds expand giving a tapioca-type texture, making them perfect for making this Blue Spirulina Chia Pudding.
The addition of the blue spirulina gives this pudding a brilliant ocean blue color. Blue spirulina (Blue Majik) is a blue-green algea. It is basically a seaweed with phycocyanin, which is what gives it the vibrant color.
Blue Spirulina Benefits
Good source of:
- Protein
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Carotenoids
- Antioxidants
Chia Seed Benefits
Good source of:
- Omega 3’s – the good Omega!
- Antioxidants
- Protein
- Fiber
The combination of the chia seeds and spirulina makes this dish a powerful, nutrient-dense, delicious dessert! Layer with coconut yogurt, and you have a beautiful parfait! It makes a perfect summer dessert and is super simple to make!
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To make the chia pudding, you do need to plan ahead as the seeds need to have time to gel together. You should plan for a good 8-24 hours, therefore it’s best to mix the pudding the night before so that it has time to congeal. You want it to have a tapioca-type consistency.
In a bowl, mix the chia seeds with the milk, spirulina, maple syrup and vanilla. The blue spirulina will give it that beautiful bright blue color!
Store in a covered container in the refrigerator overnight. I prefer glass jars, and use a canning jar in the photo below.
Blue Spirulina Chia Pudding
Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based milk, unsweetened
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 2 tbsp maple syrup, pure
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp blue spirulina
Instructions
- In a medium size bowl, combine milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, and blue spirulina. Whisk continuously for 1 minute. Transfer to container and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
- Divide into small dessert dishes and add favorite toppings. Or layer with plant-based yogurt or cream.
