Longevity chia pot

Recipe: Longevity Chia Pot

(serves 3)

Ingredients 

• 1 tin coconut milk
• 12 pitted dates
• 1/2 cup organic/wild blueberries
• 1 tbsp lecithin
• 2 tsps beetroot powder
• 1/8 cup lemon juice, more to taste
• 1 pinch of salt
• 2 3/4 tbs chia seeds
• 1/2 cup roasted hazelnuts
• 1/4 teaspoon edible rosewater
• Blueberries, ground pistachio & strawberries to garnish

Directions

1. 1. Blend all ingredients, apart from the chia seeds and the garnish at high speed until smooth
2. 2. Stir in the chia seeds
3. 3. Separate into individual bowls or pots
4. 4. Leave in fridge for approx 15 min or overnight if preferred
5. 5. Serve cold with extra blueberries, pistachios, and chopped strawberries for crunch and juiciness.

Health properties of this one amazing chia pot…

• Blueberries: Rich in anti-oxidants, particularly in polyphenols and flavonoids, highly potent compounds that scavange free-radicals and prevent them from doing the damage that may contribute to the signs of aging
• Beetroot powder: Highly concentrated source of nutrients including Iron, Folate, Magnesium and Vitamin C. Beetroot powder also contains a plant based source of nitrates which turn into nitric oxide and have a protective effect on the heart. 
• Lecithin: An emulsifying agent that may assist in the reduction of cholesterol in the body and also contains a nervous system nutrient called phosphotydlserine. 
• Chia seeds: A fantastic source of magnesium, calcium, omega 3 and dietary fibre plus many other essential nutrients. This tiny seed is one of natures powerhouses. 

Recipe by @costa_cooks