Banana chia seed pudding

When sweet cravings hit or when you are tied up for time, this healthy banana chia seed pudding can be a life saver.

As much as I enjoy cooking, somedays I don’t want to spent a lot of my time in the kitchen first thing in the morning. And on those mornings, some version of this recipe comes to the rescue.

This chia seed pudding is nutrient dense, light and filling to the stomach and feels luxurious with toppings like rose petals and pistachios. Want to pamper yourself, feel top notch and ready to take on the world? Indulge yourself with this breakfast option requiring minimal effort and time.

Superfood ingredients in banana chia seed pudding.

• Chia seeds : In Mayan language, Chia means “Strength”. They are a powerhouse of nutrients, but are very low in calories. In addition to this, Chia seeds are antioxidant rich and contain vitamins D & E , selenium and phosphorus.
• Moringa powder : The nutritional benefits are too many to count. Moringa is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds and therefore has powerful disease fighting capabilities. Native to India, we can get it here in powdered form. It has more iron than spinach leaves!
• Cardamom : Cardamom with its diuretic properties may lower blood pressure. Its a very common spice in Indian households, many sweets have cardamom, it enhances the flavor and aroma of the food along with having a mouth freshener kind of effect. Read more science backed benefits of this spice here. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cardamom-benefits

Recipe for banana chia seed pudding

Yield: 1 bowl

Banana chia seed pudding

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This 10 minute vegan Banana chia seed pudding is made with coconut milk and green cardamom spice and is naturally sweetened with banana and maple syrup.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 2 hours

Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut milk
• 3-4 cardamom pods
• 1/2 cup white chia seeds
• 2 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1/2 banana
• 1 teaspoon moringa powder (optional)
• 1 teaspoon pistachios (or nuts of your choice)
• Sprinkle of dried rose petals (optional)

Instructions

1. Separate the seeds from the green cardamom pods. Make sure you use cardamom pods for maximum flavor. Gently crush it using your fingers to separate out the seeds or use a mortar and pestle.
2. Place the blended mixture in a bowl and whisk in the chia seeds.
3. Let it rest in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
4. Garnish with your favorite nuts and seeds. I love it garnished with some pistachios or cashews. I sometimes add a sprinkle of dried rose petals for a little something to cheer up in the mornings.
5. Enjoy!

Notes

You can have this as a light dessert during anytime of the day. Vary the sweetness according to your preference. Add in the whole banana if you prefer more sweetness.

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