Description
Seeds are by their nature high in energy and fibre. Chia is known as an ancient superfood of the Aztecs. These chia seeds have a mild, pleasant taste and can be used as an energy, fibre and omega-3 fatty acid supplement.
Ingredients
Chia seeds
| TYPICAL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (as packed) | ||
| Single serving size = | 10 g (1 tablespoon) | |
| Per 100g | Per single serving | |
| Energy (kJ) | 2 034 | 203 |
| Protein (g) | 16.5 | 1.7 |
| Glycaemic Carbohydrate (g) | 8 | 1 |
| of which total sugar (g) | 7.7 | 0.8 |
| Total fat (g) | 16.2 | 1.6 |
| of which Saturated fat (g) | 2.0 | 0.2 |
| of which Polyunsaturated fat (g) | 12.9 | 1.3 |
| of which Omega-3 fatty acids (mg) | 9 564 | 956 |
| of which ALA (mg) | 9 556 | 956 |
| of which Monounsaturated fat (g) | 1.2 | 0.1 |
| Cholesterol (mg) | < 5 | < 1 |
| Dietary fibre (g) | 34.4 | 3.4 |
| Total Sodium (mg) | 16 | 2 |
Important
This product is packed in a warehouse where peanuts and tree nuts are present.
Usage suggestions
Use whole or ground and add to smoothies, salads, cereal, yoghurt and stews. Can also be mixed with water or juice and taken as a gel. Alternatively use in baking bread, muffins and biscuits.
Serving Suggestion
Perfect for thickening smoothies.
