Is chia pudding good for you?

Yes, but it also depends on what you add to it. Chia seeds are considered a superfood because they are packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids. This recipe uses plant-based milk and has no added sugar which makes it incredibly healthy. If you want to sweeten it, try to use unprocessed sweeteners or fresh fruit for even more nutrients.

What can I eat on the Whole30 diet?

On the Whole30 diet, you're supposed to avoid sugar, alcohol, grains, legumes, and dairy. Whole30 puts an emphasis on eating whole foods like vegetables, fruit, seafood, unprocessed meats, heart-healthy oils, and nuts. If you're unsure about an ingredient, a quick Google search will tell you if it's allowed.

Whole30 Vanilla Chia Pudding

Name: Whole30 Vanilla Chia Pudding
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: ¼ cup chia seeds; 1 cup unsweetened almond milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut; 1 ripe banana, sliced

Ingredients

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1/4 cup chia seeds
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
1 ripe banana, sliced

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Instructions

In the pitcher of a blender, combine the chia seeds, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
Blend to combine, about 30 seconds.
Pour the chia seed mixture into two containers and refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Prior to serving, toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet on low heat for 3-4 minutes. The coconut will turn a light brown color when it’s toasted. Be careful to not let it burn.
Serve the chia pudding topped with shredded coconut and sliced banana.

Notes

You can easily double this recipe to make more servings.
If you don’t have a blender, simply combine the chia seeds, almond milk, and vanilla in a bowl and whisk to combine.
You can make the chia pudding up to 4 days in advance of serving.
To make a chocolate version of this recipe, add 2 teaspoons of cocoa powder to the blender.
You can use whatever type of plant milk you like. For Whole30, stick to nut or seed-based milks.
If you are used to sweeter puddings, you can use two ripe bananas instead of one.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: Healthy
Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe
Calories: 230
Sugar: 7.7 g
Sodium: 99.2 mg
Fat: 12.1 g
Saturated Fat: 3.2 g
Carbohydrates: 26.5 g
Fiber: 11 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg