Drizzled over chia pudding
Drizzled over chia pudding is a modern, health-focused dish where a liquid sweetener or flavoring is poured over a thick, gel-like pudding made from chia seeds soaked in plant-based milk. The base is typically made with chia seeds, almond or coconut milk, and a touch of vanilla, while the drizzle can be anything from maple syrup and honey to nut butters or fruit compotes. It's a popular breakfast or snack in wellness circles worldwide, with roots in the global superfood trend.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced source of healthy fats, fiber, and plant-based protein, making it more satiating than many carb-heavy breakfasts. A typical serving provides a good mix of omega-3s, calcium, and magnesium, with a calorie range of approximately 250-350 kcal depending on the milk and drizzle used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 12 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 90 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Magnesium | 110 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Manganese | 1.2 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Omega-3 (ALA) | 5 g |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Chia seeds are an ancient Aztec and Mayan staple, revered for their ability to provide sustained energy. Nutritionally unique, they form a gel when soaked, which aids digestion and helps regulate blood sugar absorption.
