This blue spirulina chia pudding is a great healthy vegan breakfast idea. Made with only five ingredients, this chia seed pudding recipe is creamy, delicious, and chock full of nutritional benefits.
BENEFITS OF BLUE SPIRULINA
Blue spirulina, also known as Blue Majik, is a blue-green algae found in lakes and ponds. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, carotenoids, and protein. Studies have shown that blue spirulina may have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties, lower cholesterol, reduce blood pressure, help with anemia, and more. Because blue spirulina has a neutral flavor, it’s great to add to smoothies, drinks, oatmeal, and chia pudding for an extra nutritional boost.
CHIA SEED BENEFITS
Chia seeds are tiny but mighty, as they are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, calcium, and antioxidants. Chia seeds can also absorb 12x their weight in water, helping to add and prolong hydration.
INGREDIENTS FOR BLUE SPIRULINA CHIA PUDDING
- Chia Seeds: These will swell and absorb the coconut milk to give this chia pudding its “pudding” consistency.
- Coconut Milk: I like to use coconut milk because it’s thick and creamy, but I’ve also used almond and soy milk before and they work great also.
- Vanilla Extract: This gives the chia pudding a deeper flavor.
- Sweetener: I use maple syrup or agave syrup depending on what I have available, but feel free to use whichever sweeteners you prefer.
- Blue Spirulina: For the great added nutritional and health benefits. It's also what makes this cool blue chia pudding blue.
HOW TO MAKE BLUE SPIRULINA CHIA PUDDING
- Whisk. Whisk together the coconut milk, maple or agave syrup, vanilla extract, and blue spirulina powder in a medium-sized bowl until fully combined.
- Mix. Add the chia seeds and continue to mix until the seeds are fully incorporated.
- Chill and set. Cover the chia pudding and allow it to set in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
- Remove the chia pudding from the refrigerator and mix with a spoon to incorporate any settled chia seeds.
- Top and serve. Enjoy with your desired toppings like fresh fruit and granola.
EASY VEGAN MEAL PREP
Chia puddings are great for meal prep. Simply make a few servings ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. Add your toppings when you’re ready to eat and you’ve got a healthy vegan breakfast or a quick and easy snack.
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PrintBlue Spirulina Chia Pudding (Vegan)
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup Coconut Milk
- ¼ cup Chia Seeds
- 1 tbsp Maple or Agave Syrup
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- ¼ tsp Blue Spirulina Powder
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, maple or agave syrup, vanilla extract, and the blue spirulina powder until fully combined.
- Add the chia seeds and continue to mix until the seeds are fully incorporated.
- Cover the mixture and allow it to set for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Remove the pudding from the refrigerator and mix with a spoon to incorporate the settled chia seeds before serving.
- Enjoy with your desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
