Bone Healthy Mango Chia Pudding

Updated: September 6, 2022

Mango Chia Pudding

Who doesn’t like pudding?!

Especially when you can have a healthy version of it…

That’s what our new recipe is all about. A healthy, delicious version that you can crave and enjoy as a breakfast option, snack or even dessert!

Chia seeds have become a popular superfood in the health community. It’s easy to see why. It’s high in dietary fiber, calcium, manganese and is the best plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids on the planet!

They are tiny black seeds (natively grown in South America) but expand when they are placed in a liquid and take on a gel-like quality. Some people compare the texture of chia once they’ve expanded to tapioca.

Chia Pudding in cups with mango, turmeric and mint

The Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

  1. Nutrient Dense: While these seeds may be small, they boast a nutritional punch. One ounce (28 grams or 2 tablespoons) of chia seeds contain 11 grams of fiber, 5 grams of omega 3s, 4 grams of protein, 15% RDI of calcium, 30% RDI of manganese and 30% RDI of magnesium
  2. Low in calories: One ounce of chia seeds contains only 137 calories!
  3. Loaded with Antioxidants: Chia seeds are high in antioxidants, which may have a positive effect on health. Antioxidants work to combat free radicals in your body, which look to damage molecules in your cells. This can contribute to diseases like cancer and accelerated aging if left unchecked.
  4. High in Plant-Based Omega 3s: Chia seeds are high in the omega 3 fatty acid ALA (Alpha Linolenic Acid), which is common in plants. However, we are unable to convert ALA to the active forms EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) efficiently. This form is great for your overall health (and should be a part of your healthy diet.) But… it does not provide the health benefits for such conditions as dementia, heart health, and joint heart health. You get help for these from EPA and DHA omega 3s (that is, animal sources like salmon, mackerel, and sardines.) That’s why we’ve added a tablespoon of Triple Power Omega 3 Fish Oil to this recipe as well. To ensure you are getting beneficial amounts of EPA and DHA in your diet. You may be worried about the taste – but I know you’ll love it. The natural mango flavor of Triple Power actually enhances this recipe!
Mango Chia Pudding

Mango Chia Pudding

Easy, delicious and bone healthy!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 225 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1.5 cups milk (alternative: coconut, almond or organic soy milk)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mango chunks fresh or frozen
  • 1 tbsp Triple Power Omega 3 Fish Oil

Add-ons

  • fresh berries, nuts, and seeds

Instructions
 

  • Place chia seeds, vanilla extract and milk in a jar with a lid.
  • Shake well to mix all the ingredients together.
  • Place jar in the fridge for at least 1 hour * an easy trick is to make this before bed and leave overnight.
  • Finally, add your mango, nuts, and seeds to complete your pudding!
  • Enjoy for breakfast or as a snack.

Notes

Extra Bone Relevant Nutrition Info:
For 1 Serving.
  • Omega 3s: 740 mg
  • Manganese: 81% RDI
  • Magnesium: 36.5% RDI
  • Astaxanthin: 1.5 mg
  • Turmeric Curcumin: 50 mcg
*based off of 2 tbsp. chia seeds and 1.5 cups of coconut milk and including Triple Power Omega 3 Fish Oil

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 81mgPotassium: 429mgFiber: 5gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 1190IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 292mgIron: 1.1mg
Keyword chia, mango, pudding
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Close up chia pudding with hand

Personally, I prefer to use coconut milk to almond milk as almond milk has no saturated fat. Because of this, almond milk creates a much thinner pudding than coconut milk or traditional cow’s milk (for those that choose). If you do decide to use almond milk, however, you can use a teaspoon of tapioca starch or arrowroot powder to thicken up the pudding instead.

All-in-all this recipe is so easy to make. And, if you want to double or triple the batch, it keeps in the refrigerator for about a week – so you’ll have plenty of pre-made snack or breakfasts.

What are your thoughts on chia pudding? Let us know in the comments below!

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  1. Marshall

    September 5, 2016 , 11:21 am

    I am thrilled that you are not using white sugar in your recipe for white chia pudding! I have made chocolate chia for a decade! Vanilla is a nice change! And better for me! Thank you and I respect Algae Cal so much more now I know you are on my wavelength in nutrition and health!

  2. Monica

    September 5, 2016 , 1:05 pm

    Hi Marshall,

    Thanks so much for the kind words! We try to put out the best tasting and healthiest versions of recipes! And that includes not adding refined sugar 🙂

    – Monica @ AlgaeCal

  3. Donna Wilson

    April 22, 2017 , 6:39 am

    This sounds good, I’m excited to try it, but do I put the fish oil in with the milk, chia, vanilla, or wait until thickened to add with the mango?

  4. Monica

    April 22, 2017 , 12:20 pm

    Hi Donna,
    It was really good! I’d wait until it’s already thickened to add with mango or any other fresh ingredients you’d like to top with.
    – Monica

  5. Ellen

    April 23, 2017 , 10:20 am

    if you want to make a chocolate version how much and what form of chocolate? cocoa powder?

  6. Monica

    April 24, 2017 , 8:31 am

    Hi Ellen,
    Yes, I’d opt for cacao or cocoa powder. I love chocolate, so I’d add 1 tbsp. for this recipe. But recommend starting with 1/2 a tbsp. to start and see how you like it. That way, you can always add more.
    – Monica

  7. Ellen

    April 24, 2017 , 3:23 pm

    It’s been about 5 hours and it hasn’t really become a pudding. The bottom of the jar looks a little pudding like. How long does this take? I used the exact kind of milk you put in the recipe and a tsp of cocoa and 2 tsp vanilla. Any advice?

  8. Monica

    April 24, 2017 , 3:56 pm

    Hi Ellen,

    I usually let it sit overnight (this amount of time produces the thickest pudding in my experience) and I stir or shake the container about once an hour. You don’t have to shake it that often, but I find it helps the chia seeds to expand quicker and thicken up faster as sometimes they just settle to the bottom and don’t get access to enough milk – just my own theory! Also, you could add additional chia if you like your pudding to be thicker.

    Hope that helps!

    – Monica

  9. Ana

    April 25, 2017 , 5:51 pm

    I will try Mango Chia Pudding ! . This recipe looks delicious. Thank so much

  10. Monica

    April 26, 2017 , 8:10 am

    You’re welcome, Ana! It’s so easy and delicious I think you’ll really enjoy it.
    – Monica

  11. bobbi

    August 4, 2018 , 1:59 am

    Wish I could simply buy it pre made!

  12. Monica AlgaeCal

    August 6, 2018 , 8:05 am

    Hi Bobbi,

    I’ve seen a few grocery stores offer chia pudding pre-made now! It’s still hard to come by, but keep an eye out and double check the ingredients before purchasing 🙂

    – Monica

  13. gale

    February 1, 2019 , 4:21 pm

    My fish oil just a arrived, any other suggestions on how to mix the fish oil with food. Just tried it for the first time straight ~ hard to swallow a tablespoon it.

  14. Jenna AlgaeCal

    February 4, 2019 , 11:09 am

    Glad you reached out, Gale! If you find Triple Power a little too sweet on its own you could mix it into yogurt or even ice cream. I’ve added it to smoothies too! 😀

    – Jenna @ AlgaeCal

  15. Mary Lee Lux

    May 28, 2019 , 11:50 pm

    I tried a chia banana pudding and did not care for the texture. Any suggestions, anyone? Please and thank you.

  16. Reacy

    June 21, 2019 , 8:59 am

    Arent u worried about the radiation in fish …its showing up all over in dead fish. The ocean is contaminated..for fish oil.

  17. Megan AlgaeCal

    July 2, 2019 , 2:49 pm

    Thanks for sharing your concerns, Reacy!

    Rest assured, each batch of Triple Power Omega 3 Fish Oil is third party tested for environmental toxins including heavy metals, radiation, dioxins, PCBs and more.

    If you have any other questions, you can always email [email protected] or call 1-800-820-0184 to speak with one of our Bone Health Consultants! ?

    – Megan @ AlgaeCal

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