Chia Seeds: Safe Ways to Eat, Prepare, and Store Them

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Easy Chia Pudding

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • ½ cup milk or an unsweetened plant-based alternative
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla (optional)
  • Fresh fruit
  • Cinnamon or chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the chia seeds and milk in a container.
  2. Stir well, wait 5–10 minutes, and stir again.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. Serve with fresh fruit and optional cinnamon or nuts.

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