Since I started educating myself on healthy eating, I have become a big breakfast person. I love me some eggs with veggies, hearty oatmeal dishes, incorporating whole grains like quinoa into breakfast dishes...and this recipe is no different. I think originally intended for healthy dessert options, I LOVE having this in the mornings or as a pick me up snack in the afternoon.
Chia seeds are packed with nutritional value--fiber, antioxidants, protein, calcium, omega-3's, minerals--this little seed has it all! They're pretty fun, too, because when you add liquid to them, they turn into a gel-like consistency that makes a great base for add-ins like fruit and nuts.
Adding in the pomegranate seeds (called arils--those pretty little jewel-toned globes inside the fruit) brings sweetness and additional nutritional benefit: vitamins C & K, fiber, potassium, antioxidants, and more. AAAAAND--Fall is pomegranate season, so it's easy to stock up since your local grocery store will most likely have them available much cheaper than at other times of the year. Gotta love seasonal produce!
Paired together with a little vanilla coconut almond milk, chopped almonds, and unsweetened shredded coconut, this is a satisfying healthy snack that comes with a TON of health benefits. It's easy to prepare ahead--perfect for grab-and-go convenience!
Ingredients:
2 tbsp. chia seeds
3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla coconut almond milk
1 tsp. honey
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
Unsweetened coconut flakes & chopped almonds for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
In a bowl, thoroughly mix chia seeds, almond milk, and honey. Allow the mixture to sit overnight in the fridge, until the seeds have soaked up the milk and swelled.
Top with pomegranate seeds and garnish with shredded coconut & almonds, if desired. Enjoy!
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