5 creative ways to use chia seeds in the kitchen

Surely you have heard on more than one occasion about the extraordinary properties of chia seeds (protein, fiber, calcium, tryptophan, omega 3 fatty acids ...), but how are they used in the kitchen? Here we offer you 5 creative ways to eat chia seeds.

On a flan. Pour a can of light coconut milk, 1/3 cup of chia seeds, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of honey into a bowl. Leave it in the fridge for at least two hours (overnight if possible). As a topping, you can add fresh fruit and pieces of almonds. It is an excellent breakfast.

In a smoothie. Add the chia seeds to your smoothie, crushing or shaking as the last step. Mango and strawberry are among our favorite fruits when it comes to mixing them with this superfood in a smoothie.

On the toasts. Sprinkle a few on banana peanut butter toast or on toast with avocado slices. You will have a very nutritious and delicious breakfast to start the day in an unbeatable way.

In the salad. Since they are basically tasteless, mixing them only with lettuce is not what is said to be exciting for the palate. So also add tuna or chicken, as well as other greens and vegetables, to get not only a healthy meal, but also an appetizing one.

Like chia eggs. Grind a tablespoon of chia seeds in a food processor (a coffee or spice grinder also works). Place the result in a small container and mix it with three tablespoons of water. Let stand 5-10 minutes or until mixture turns gelatinous. Use it as Egg substitute in bread recipes, cookies, cakes ... Ideal for vegans.