Chia pudding is my favorite go-to breakfast or evening snack. Despite their tiny size, chia seeds are among the most nutritious foods on the planet. They are loaded with fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and various micronutrients. Almost all of the carbohydrates in chia seeds are fiber, in both soluble and insoluble forms. This gives them the ability to absorb 10-12 times their weight in water. Fiber helps stabilize blood sugar, reduces appetite, keeps you fuller for longer and also feeds the friendly bacteria in the intestine, which is important because keeping your gut flora well-fed and balanced is absolutely crucial for health. 
Chia has a neutral flavor, so it goes with just about anything. You could add it to your smoothies, salads, yogurt or mix it with water or nut milk to make a pudding. Mix it with raw cacao powder, cacao nibs and pomegranate for a whole lot of antioxidants and scrumptious flavors! Check out the recipe below.

Chocolate Chia Pudding Jar with Pomegranate

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon raw cacao powder
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1 teaspoon raw cacao nibs

Directions

  1. For the chia pudding: Mix chia seeds and almond milk, stirring frequently for 2 minutes. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to gel. You can also leave it in the fridge overnight for a thicker texture
  2. Assemble: Mix the chia pudding with cacao powder and maple syrup and pour half of it into a glass jar. Top with half the pomegranate seeds, then the rest of the chia pudding, and finally the remaining pomegranate seeds. Top with cacao nibs and enjoy.