Ingredients (serves 1)
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup finely grated carrot (~50g)
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored whey or plant protein powder (about 20–25g protein)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional, adjust to taste)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: chopped walnuts, shredded coconut, or raisins (keep portions small to control calories)
Instructions
- Mix chia pudding base:
In a bowl or jar, combine chia seeds, almond milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and maple syrup. Stir well. - Refrigerate:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency. - Prepare cottage cheese mixture:
In another bowl, mix cottage cheese with protein powder until smooth and creamy. If too thick, add a splash of milk. - Combine:
Gently fold grated carrot into the chia pudding. Then fold in the cottage cheese mixture until well blended. - Serve:
Transfer to a serving bowl or glass. Top with optional nuts or raisins for crunch and extra flavor.
Nutrition Estimate (per serving)
- Calories: ~229 kcal
- Protein: ~20 g
- Carbs: ~15–18 g (mostly from carrots and chia)
- Fat: ~6–7 g (from chia and cottage cheese)
- Fiber: ~8 g
