Lemon-Blueberry Chia Pudding with Toasted Almonds
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Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl or jar, whisk together Greek yogurt, almond milk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, lemon zest, and sweetener until smooth.
- 2
Stir in the chia seeds until evenly distributed.
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Fold in half the blueberries gently.
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Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight; stir after 20–30 minutes once to prevent clumping.
- 5
When ready to serve, stir pudding. Divide into a serving bowl or jar.
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Top with remaining blueberries, toasted almonds, a light dusting of cinnamon, and mint if using.
- 7
Bright citrus from lemon balances the creamy tang of Greek yogurt; blueberries add mild sweetness and fresh berry acidity; toasted almonds contribute crunch and a toasty, nutty note; cinnamon provides warming depth.
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Makes one generous serving (about 1 cup). Adjust portions as needed.
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Low glycemic ingredients (chia GI 1, Greek yogurt GI 11) and high fiber (chia + berries) slow carbohydrate absorption. Protein from Greek yogurt and healthy fats from almonds further blunt post-meal glucose rises. Portion-controlled and unsweetened almond milk keeps added sugars and calories low.
Description: A creamy, low-GI chia pudding sweetened naturally with lemon zest and fresh blueberries. High in fiber and protein from chia and Greek yogurt, with heart-healthy fats from almonds—ideal for steady morning blood glucose.
- In a bowl or jar, whisk together Greek yogurt, almond milk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, lemon zest, and sweetener until smooth.
- Stir in the chia seeds until evenly distributed.
- Fold in half the blueberries gently.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight; stir after 20–30 minutes once to prevent clumping.
- When ready to serve, stir pudding. Divide into a serving bowl or jar.
- Top with remaining blueberries, toasted almonds, a light dusting of cinnamon, and mint if using.
Flavor Profile Explanation
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Bright citrus from lemon balances the creamy tang of Greek yogurt; blueberries add mild sweetness and fresh berry acidity; toasted almonds contribute crunch and a toasty, nutty note; cinnamon provides warming depth.
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Makes one generous serving (about 1 cup). Adjust portions as needed.
Nutritional Facts (per serving, AI-estimated; based on FDA-style layout)
| Amount per serving |
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| Calories: 290 kcal |
| Total Fat: 14 g |
| - Saturated Fat: 2.5 g |
| Cholesterol: 10 mg |
| Sodium: 85 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate: 24 g |
| - Dietary Fiber: 12 g |
| - Total Sugars: 9 g |
| - Includes Added Sugars: 0 g |
| Protein: 18 g |
| Vitamin D: 0 mcg |
| Calcium: 180 mg |
| Iron: 1 mg |
| Potassium: 220 mg |
Disclaimer: Nutritional facts are AI-generated estimates and not guaranteed accurate.
Type-2 Diabetic Friendly Explanation
- Low glycemic ingredients (chia GI 1, Greek yogurt GI 11) and high fiber (chia + berries) slow carbohydrate absorption. Protein from Greek yogurt and healthy fats from almonds further blunt post-meal glucose rises. Portion-controlled and unsweetened almond milk keeps added sugars and calories low.
A great diabetic-friendly option. Publish it so others managing diabetes can find it too!
