Chia Eggs: A Great Substitute for Eggs

Name: Chia Egg
Prep time: 2 min
Ingredients: 3 tbsp chia seeds (I like Nutiva Chia Seeds); 1 cup filtered water

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Chia eggs are a great substitute for the real thing! Chia seeds are an abundance of nutrition. They offer omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants to fight inflammation, minerals, are gluten-free, and keep you full with their high fiber content.

They can also be used as an egg substitute if you are vegan, have an egg allergy or sensitivity. Check out the recipe below!

Chia Egg

This is a great substitute if you are vegetarian or have an egg allergy or sensitivity. It is really easy to make and can be done in less than a few minutes.

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Prep Time 2 mins

Cuisine Gluten-Free, Substitutes, Vegan

Servings 1

Equipment

Whisk
Bowl

Ingredients

3 tbsp chia seeds (I like Nutiva Chia Seeds)
1 cup filtered water

Instructions

Take a bowl and add chia
Add water to the chia seeds
Mix until a thick egg-like consistency forms

Notes

Need a small whisk? Try this one for under $5 on Amazon!

Keyword egg allergy, egg sensitivity, egg substitute, healthy eating, vegan, vegetarian

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