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Writer's picturePratishtha Rawat

Chia/Basil Seeds(Sabja Seeds) Pudding 3Ways

My choice would be Basil seeds, Please read the difference between the two first before moving on to the recipes.


Just like chia seeds. Basil seeds are similar in size to chia seeds, and also become gelatinous (and grow!) when submerged in water. Like chia seeds, these tiny seeds provide fiber and have a net carb we can get on board with–a serving of chia seeds contains just 1g net carb, and basil seeds have zero. A serving of both seeds is the same size (1 tablespoon) and contains 60 calories. Both seeds boast 2g protein per serving and have 0g sugar, and 0g sat fat.

You can use Sabja seeds( Basil )seeds half for more power-packed fiber !!!!. One 1 tablespoon (13g) serving of basil seeds is 60 calories and contains 7g carbs, 7g fiber, 2g protein, 2.5g fat, and 1,240 mg omega-3 fatty acids.


Where chia seeds can vary in color (grey, brown, black, and brown), basil seeds are completely black but turn almost a light blue when fully soaked in water. From a nutritional standpoint, basil seeds have a competitive edge; they have almost twice as much fiber, potassium, iron, and calcium as chia seeds, and 1g less fat too. Serving to serve, chia seeds overall have fewer carbs than basil seeds (5g per serving, compared to 7g) but with more fiber per serving, basil seeds actually have a lower net carb (0g, compared to 1g).


Basil seeds also have Appetite suppressing properties. More fiber keeps you fuller for longer and love the crunchy inside unlike chia. Total power food!!!!!!!


Rose-Cardamom

What you need:

  • Mixing bowl or jug

  • Glass serving jars

Ingredients (makes 2 serves):

  • 1 & 1/2 cups of unsweetened almond milk

  • 1/2 cup chia/basil seeds

  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or to taste)

  • 1/2 teaspoon rose water

  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Optional: rose food coloring

  • To serve: edible rose petals, crushed pistachios

You can add kewra water too tastes so much like kheer

or make a phirni style pudding with Kesar and a little bit of cream.




Method:

1. If your bowl or mixing jug, mix the pudding ingredients until mixed through and pop into the fridge to thicken.

2. Serve with edible rose petals and crushed pistachios.



Matcha


Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk

  • 1½ tsp matcha (organic )

  • ¼ cup ground chia/Basil seeds

  • 1-2 tsp pure maple syrup (depending on how sweet you like it)


Method:

Combine all ingredients in a mason jar and shake well to combine. Place in the fridge. After about 30 minutes, shake once more to ensure that the chia gets evenly distributed and doesn’t all clump together. Refrigerate for a few more hours or overnight.



High protein chocolate pudding


Ingredients


  • 1.5 cup unsweetened almond milk

  • ¼ cup chia/basil seeds

  • 4 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 4 pitted dates

  • maple syrup according to taste if needed for extra sweetness

  • 1 scoop vegan protein powder (preferably vanilla)

Blend all ingredients and serve!




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