Can I add chia seeds to my oatmeal?
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Can I add chia seeds to my oatmeal?
Chia seeds in oatmeal? Yes! These tiny, fiber-filled seeds are a must have addition to this chia seed oatmeal recipe. Chia seeds are packed with fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential minerals that can improve digestive health and stabilize blood sugars.
Why do people add chia seeds to oatmeal?
1. Chia Oatmeal. Chia seeds absorb water or milk, so they’re a great way to thicken up a bowl of oatmeal while also adding some filling fiber. You can mix a tablespoon of seeds directly into your cooked oats, or “gel” them first by allowing them to soak up ¾ cup of milk or almond milk.
What do chia seeds pair well with?
Ways to Eat Chia Seeds
- Smoothies. A popular way to use chia seeds is in smoothies.
- Salad Dressings. Chia seeds blend well with salad dressing ingredients such as olive oil, vinegars, honey, and lemon juice.
- Pudding.
- Baked Goods.
- Granola, Protein Bars, or Energy Bars.
- Chia Drinks.
- Popsicles.
- Breadcrumbs.
Should I soak chia seeds before adding to oatmeal?
The best way to eat chia seeds would be to let them soak overnight, and then enjoy them as a pudding or add them to oatmeal or smoothies. By the chia seeds having the time to soak, you will benefit from the extra hydration, which will also help to keep you feeling full for longer.
Should I add chia seeds before or after cooking oatmeal?
Add chia seeds prior to cooking for super thick oats. Combine oats, chia seeds, and liquid, then let sit for about 1-2 minutes until chia seeds have absorbed some of the liquid, and then cook. Ground flax seeds can be a substitute for chia seeds.
How much chia seeds should I add to my oatmeal?
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk.
- 1/2 cup Old Fashioned Oats I used Quaker Oats.
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds more as garnish.
- 1-2 tablespoons unsalted nuts like walnut (optional) almonds, macadamia nuts, etc.
