Super Chia Breakfast Cereal

Looking to pump up your morning oatmeal?  Add some chia seeds – they’re virtually tasteless, but add a nice grainy texture and tons of protein, fibre, and brain-boosting fatty acids.  Hot or cold, this breakfast isn’t just a smart choice in the morning.  Its rich omega-3 concentration just might make you smarter for the rest of the day.

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Ingredients:

Rolled oats ½ cup 125 mL
Almond, soy, or rice milk ¾ cup 185 mL
Chia seeds 1 Tbsp 15 mL
Raisins or Goji berries 1 Tbsp 15 mL
Cinnamon ½ tsp 2.5 mL
Honey 1 Tbsp 15 mL

Directions:

For a cooked version:

  1. Place all ingredients, except honey, into a pot.
  2. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes on low heat, until everything is softened.  Stir continuously.
  3. Stir in honey just before eating, and serve.

For a cold version:

  1. Place oats, milk, chia, and raisins into a bowl the night before, and allow oats to soften overnight.
  2. Stir in cinnamon and honey in the morning.
  3. Feel free to add additional toppings to the hot or cold version: fresh berries, bananas, coconut flakes or nuts are some delicious options.  Enjoy!

Makes 1 serving  (343g / serving), 1 serving = 1 bowl of oatmeal.