Pineapple Chia with Cottage Cheese
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Pineapple Chia with Cottage Cheese
Description
Pineapple Chia with Cottage Cheese features chia seeds hydrated in pineapple juice to develop a thick, pudding-like base. Fresh pineapple chunks add natural sweetness and texture, while cottage cheese brings a mild creaminess that rounds out the flavors. The method involves soaking chia seeds in pineapple juice for at least 30 minutes and preferably overnight to allow full gel formation. The final assembly is simple—top the chia mixture with pineapple and cottage cheese before serving.
This dish offers a balance of smooth, fruity, and tangy elements, making it an interesting way to enjoy chia seeds beyond the usual uses. Although minimal ingredients are involved, the contrast between the gelatinous chia, fresh fruit, and creamy cheese makes it distinctive and suitable for a light and wholesome treat.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup pineapple juice unsweetened
- 1 cup pineapple diced, fresh
- 1 cup cottage cheese Good Culture, 2%
Instructions
- In 2 small bowls or jars combine 1/2 cup pineapple juice with 2 tablespoons chia and stir.
- Let sit 30 minutes then stir again, cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Serve topped with cottage cheese and pineapple.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1pudding | |
| Calories | 295kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 16.5g | 33% |
| Fat | 8.5g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 233.5mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 11.5g | 46% |
| Sugar | 21.5g | 43% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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