Chia seeds are known to be an excellent food for the health of the body. Rich in antioxidants, calcium, potassium and omega 3, it helps reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and increases the body’s immunity. Therefore, it is highly recommended by experts during diets, especially for those who want to gain muscle mass, as it also has a high fiber and protein content that helps in this process.
continues after advertising
So, check out 6 recipes with chia seeds to include in your diet and enhance the results of your training!
Banana, oat and chia cookie
Ingredients
- 1 banana, peeled and mashed
- 3 spoons of rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia
- 1 teaspoon of coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon of chemical baking powder
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- Cinnamon powder to taste
- Coconut oil for greasing
- Oat flour for flouring
Method of preparation
In a container, place all the ingredients, except the chemical yeast, and mix until smooth. Lastly, add the chemical yeast and stir to combine with the other ingredients. Then, with the help of a spoon, take some dough and shape it into a ball. Repeat the process with the entire dough and place it on a baking tray greased with coconut oil and floured with oat flour. Bake in the preheated oven until golden. Serve immediately.
Yam bread with chia
Ingredients
- 2 cups of boiled and mashed yam
- 1 cup of sweet cassava starch
- 1 cup of sour cassava starch
- 1 dessert spoon of Chia seeds
- 1 dessert spoon of saffron
- 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika
- 1 egg
- Salt and olive oil to taste
- Whole wheat flour for flouring
Method of preparation
In a container, place the yam, starch, salt, olive oil, chia, saffron, sweet paprika and egg and mix until you obtain a homogeneous dough. Then, with the help of a spoon, take some dough and shape it into balls. Place on a baking tray greased with olive oil and floured with whole wheat flour. Bake in a preheated oven at medium temperature until golden. Serve immediately.
Mango cream with chia
Ingredients
- two sleeves peeled and chopped
- 4 tablespoons of chia seeds
- 1 cup of cashew nut tea
- Water
Method of preparation
continues after advertising
In a container, soak the cashew nuts in water for 2 hours. Then, in a blender, place the mango and cashew nuts and blend until smooth. Transfer to a container, add the chia seeds and mix. Refrigerate overnight. Serve immediately.
Strawberry chia pudding
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons of chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup of tea yogurt Greek
- 1/2 cup chopped strawberries
Method of preparation
In a container, mix all the ingredients, except the strawberry, until smooth. Put in the fridge for 3 hours. Serve then with the strawberry.
Cocoa oatmeal with chia
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons of rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon of chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon golden flaxseed flour
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder
- Water
- Coconut oil for greasing
Method of preparation
continues after advertising
In a container, place the oats, chia, flaxseed flour, brown sugar and cocoa powder and mix well. Gradually add the water and stir until you obtain a homogeneous dough. Reserve. In a frying pan, add the coconut oil and place over medium heat to heat. Spread the dough over it and fry until golden. Turn carefully to brown both sides. Serve immediately.
Chia and peanut protein bars
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole peanut butter
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/2 cup of tea oat in flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 pinch of salt
Method of preparation
In a pan, add the peanut butter and place over medium heat to melt. Add honey and mix until you get a smooth paste. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract. In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter mixture with the chia seeds, protein powder, oats, nuts and salt. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Then, line a baking tray with baking paper and pour the mixture in, spreading it evenly. Press down firmly to compact the mixture into the mold. Refrigerate for at least an hour, or until firm. Cut into bars of desired size and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
