Chia seeds are low in protein but high in fibre and fats. Adding a protein powder will make it a nice breakfast. A small portion without the protein powder will be a good snack.
Ingredients for 2 portions:
250 ml of full fat coconut milk
4 table spoons of chia seeds, mill in case of digestive symptoms
pinch of salt
optional: vanilla extract, 3 drops of liquid stevia to sweeten, protein powder
Method:
If the milk is solid, warm it up in a saucepan until it melts.
Add chia seeds (and optionally vanilla) and stir.
In 10 minutes, give it another stir, preferably with a fork, to break the clumps.
Set aside overnight on a countertop, don´t refrigerate as it won´t set as nicely.
If using protein powder: In the morning, dissolve protein powder in a bit of liquid and stir it into the pudding. Adding protein directly makes it clumpy.
Divide between 2 serving dishes and add toppings of choice.
It keeps well in the fridge for about 5 days. If you like it, make a double portion and you will have 4 breakfasts sorted.
Topping suggestions:
Unsweetened jam or fruit of choice and almond butter; you can dilute it in a little freshly boiled water
A table spoon of Greek yoghurt, a drizzle of honey, almond flakes and cinnamon
Apple puree and cinnamon
A few slices of ripe banana, cacao nibs and peanut butter; you can dilute it in a little freshly boiled water