Turmeric Carrot Chia Pudding
Ingredients
2.5 lb organic carrots, juiced (about 1 cup of carrot juice)
1 inch fresh ginger root (or ½ teaspoon powdered ginger)
1 inch fresh turmeric root (or ½ teaspoon powdered turmeric)
½ Tablespoon pure maple syrup (optional)
½ teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ cup chia seeds
Optional Toppings:
Coconut cream, coconut flakes, additional cinnamon/turmeric powder/ginger powder
Instructions
- Juice carrots, ginger, and turmeric root using a juicer or high-speed blender.
- For blender, chop up carrots, ginger, and turmeric root. Add to blender with a little filtered water and blend well. Filter juice through nut milk bag.
- Add juice to a bowl and whisk in spices and sweetener, if using.
- Whisk in chia seeds. Let stand for a few minutes and whisk again to ensure no lumps.
- Refrigerate covered for 4 hours or overnight.
- Add pudding to serving bowls, top with desired toppings, and enjoy!
Notes
Serves 2. Per serving (using pure maple syrup):
Calories: 240
Total Fat: 10g
Total Carbohydrate: 44g
Dietary Fiber: 8g
Sugar: 20g
Protein: 7g
Ingredients Highlights
Carrot is one of the richest natural sources of vitamin A and beta-carotene, which is an essential nutrient for eye health, immune function, and much more.
Chia seeds are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, which make them a great choice for helping to prevent inflammatory diseases.
Cayenne Pepper contains an active compound called capsaicin that gives it both its hot taste and its health-promoting properties.
Cinnamon helps to balance blood glucose and its active compounds have been shown to have both anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties.
Ginger has been shown to act as a powerful anti-inflammatory and an antioxidant. Its digestive actions help cleanse the build-up of waste and toxins in the colon, liver, and other organs.
Maple syrup contains a number of minerals including manganese, zinc, calcium, and potassium. It also contains amino acids, antioxidants, and even some anti-inflammatory compounds.
Turmeric is a beautiful golden spice that’s originally from Southern India. It not only tastes good, but has tremendous health benefits such as helping support good cardiovascular health and digestion. Turmeric is also known for supporting cognitive function and liver detoxification.
Hi Maria!
I hope you enjoy this recipe. Thanks for being here and being part of the Organixx family!
Katrina
Thank you so mch! I ll make this ! You are very generous to share this with unknown people, Thank you again!!