Super-Power Chia Bread

If you’re looking for a delicious, nutrient-packed post-workout snack – here you go!! This is my latest OBSESSION! Seriously. It’s that good! And so nutrient-dense, with just the right mix of protein and carbohydrates. Just what the body craves after a good sweat-sesh!

Makes: one 9-inch bread loaf

Ingredients:

¾ cup rolled oats

½ chia seeds

¼ cup raw sunflower seeds

¼ cup raw pepita (pumpkin) seeds

1 teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon dried thyme

½ teaspoon sea salt, plus more as needed

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon onion powder

Directions:

Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper. Place the oats in a blender and blend on high until it forms a fine powder. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir well.

Stir in 1 cup water until combined. The mixture will be very watery and runny. Pour the mixture into the pan and spread it out evenly in the pan. Sprinkle the top with sea salt. Bake, uncovered, for about 25 minutes, or until firm to the touch.

Let bread cool in pan for 5 minutes and then transfer to a cooling rack to cool for 5-10 additional minutes. Enjoy!

Leftovers will keep for about 2-3 days in an airtight container. Experiment with different herbs and spices!

Topping suggestions:

1.     Mashed avocado + sea salt + pepper

2.     Hummus + sprouts + tomato

3.     Hummus + avocado + olives

4.     Hummus + fermented carrots

5.     Black bean dip + salsa

6.     Butter!

Recipe Credit: “Oh She Glows” by Angela Liddon