Davis Chia Seeds - Black 1kg

Davis Chia Seeds – Black 1kg

The word chia is derived from the Nahuatl word chian meaning oily. It is an annual herb growing up to 1.75 metres (5.7 feet) tall\]. Chia is grown commercially for its seed a food that is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

Breakfast superstar, fabulous vegan baking tool… the list of chia’s nutritional benefits is long, and its reputation precedes it. It’s a naturally gluten-free food, a plant source of omega-3 fatty acids, fibre, vitamins and minerals. It’s easy to integrate chia to your diet and take advantage of the wholesome benefits it provides.

Chia seeds may be sprinkled whole or ground up on top of other foods. They can also be mixed into smoothies, breakfast cereals, energy bars, granola bars, yogurt, tortillas, and bread. They can be soaked in water and consumed directly or mixed with any kind of juice to make chia fresca or with milk. Chia seed pudding, similar to tapioca pudding, is made with a type of milk, sweetener, and whole chia seeds. Seeds may also be ground and made into a gelatin-like substance or eaten raw.

Did you know?

20g of chia (2 tbsp) meets 230% to 350% of your daily plant-based omega-3 (ALA). Since the body isn’t capable of building this type of fatty acid, it’s important to get a good quantity of it in your diet. Chia seeds are a good source of healthy fats and a quarter of this is ALA fatty acids.

Chia is so easy to integrate to your diet, and you don’t have to grind them to get their benefits. Their taste is mild and won’t alter the flavour of your dishes. Add chia to your favourite cereal, yogurt, smoothies, juices, cakes, soups, sauces, salads, dressings. You can also make delicious chia puddings with them! Here’s our ultimate recipe for chia pudding.

Do you have an egg allergy?

Chia seeds are an excellent substitute for eggs! Soak 1 tablespoon of ground chia seeds in 3 tablespoons of water for each egg your recipe requires. Whole chia can be used but for best results, use ground chia.