¡Buenos días! ¿Cómo están ustedes? Estoy bien. So, why did I start speaking Español? Well, it is because I am introducing you guys to chia seeds, which is grown in Latin America. Here are some great articles written by  Registered Dietitians, talking about chia seeds.

https://www.acefitness.org/certifiednewsarticle/2878/chia-seeds-the-newest-ancient-superfood/

http://www.foodandnutrition.org/January-February-2014/Chia-Seeds-Tiny-Seeds-with-a-Rich-History/

Chia seeds has so many health benefits, some of which include:

• Great source of Omega- 3 Fatty Acids
• 10 grams of fiber per ounce (2 tablespoons)
• Has protein
• Has minerals such as: iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc.

I made pancakes with these chia seeds. It’d be great for breakfast. Here’s the recipe.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups soy milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup peanut butter, melted

Directions:

1. In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. Mix in the chia seeds.
3. Add in the rest of the ingredients. The mixture gets a little thick.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet to medium heat. Spray with non-stick cooking spray.
5. Pour 1/4 cup for each pancake. If you like smaller pancakes, use 2 tablespoons.
6. Wait until it bubbles form and then flip the pancake. Cook on the other side for about 1 minute.
7. Enjoy!

This makes around 8 pancakes if you use 1/4 cup. The pancakes are really filling!

By the way, I attended a cooking demo yesterday and it was awesome! We made Zucchini Brownies and Asparagus Risotto. It was so good! After I recreate it at home, I’ll share the recipe with you guys.

Sources:

http://www.eatright.org/Public/content.aspx?id=6442472548

What is your favorite breakfast food?

Have you tried chia seeds before?