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Source of fiber and omega-3
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Cold green tea with chia (250 g) has 58 calories. That works out to 23 calories per 100 g. It contains 5 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
58
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
5g
· 2% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 13% · Fat 55%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 58 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 58 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 300 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 330 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 115 kcal |
Calculated from 23 calories per 100 g.
Make cold green tea with chia by brewing green tea, letting it cool, then stirring in chia seeds until they begin to swell. Mix again before serving, since the seeds can settle. Add lemon or mint if you like.
Yes, cold green tea with chia contains caffeine from the green tea. The amount varies with the tea and brewing method, and adding chia does not remove the caffeine.
Yes, tea bags work well for cold green tea with chia. Brew the tea first, remove the bags, and let it cool before adding the seeds; adding chia to hot tea can make the drink less refreshing and harder to mix.
No, you do not have to soak them separately, but pre-soaking chia seeds can help prevent clumps. Stir them into a little water first, let them form a gel, then mix the gel into the cold green tea.
Chia seeds clump in cold green tea with chia when they are added all at once without stirring. Sprinkle them in gradually while mixing, then stir again after a short pause so the seeds hydrate evenly.
Cold green tea with chia is best kept covered in the refrigerator and enjoyed fresh, ideally the same day. The seeds continue to absorb liquid and thicken the drink, so stir it before serving and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
No, cold green tea with chia is not a weight-loss drink. Chia can make the drink more filling, but it does not cause weight loss on its own; overall eating habits and activity matter more.
Yes, cold green tea with chia can be a refreshing pre-workout drink if you tolerate caffeine. It is not a substitute for water, and the chia gives it a thicker texture that may not suit everyone just before exercise.
Yes, matcha can be used instead of brewed green tea to make cold green tea with chia. Whisk the matcha thoroughly into cool water first, then stir in the chia so the powder does not remain lumpy.
Yes, it can be included during pregnancy, but its green tea contributes caffeine to your daily total. If you have been advised to limit caffeine or are unsure how much is appropriate for you, ask your healthcare professional.
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
B3
0.2mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Magnesium
40mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
60mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
63mg · 2% DV
Sodium
5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 58 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Cold green tea with chia combines brewed green tea, cooled for serving, with chia seeds. Green tea has deep roots in East Asian tea traditions, while chia adds a contemporary, filling touch to this simple drink.
Its flavour is light and gently vegetal, with a soft, gel-like texture as the seeds absorb liquid. It is served chilled, often as a refreshment alongside a meal or as an alternative to sweetened drinks. The chia makes it a source of fibre and omega-3, while the tea keeps the drink light. For a less sweet option, leave out added sugar; stir just before serving so the seeds are evenly distributed, and add lemon if you like a brighter finish.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.