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Source of protein, fiber, and plant omega-3
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
½ cup (medium) of Matcha Chia Seed Protein Pudding (120 g) has 173 calories. That works out to 144 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.6 g of carbs, 15.6 g of protein, 8.5 g of fat and 6.5 g of fiber. Its 246 mg of Phosphorus covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: ½ cup (medium) · 120 g
173
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
10.6g
· 4% DV
Protein
15.6g
· 31% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% DV
Fiber
6.5g
· 23% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 23% · Protein 34% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 173 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.5 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.38 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% |
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| ½ cup (medium) | 120 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 15 g | 22 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 60 g | 86 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 150 g | 216 kcal |
| 0.75 cup (extra large) | 180 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 240 g | 346 kcal |
Calculated from 144 calories per 100 g.
Mix chia seeds, matcha, milk or yogurt, and protein powder to make matcha chia seed protein pudding. Refrigerate until the chia thickens the mixture, stirring once early on so the seeds do not settle into a clump.
Yes, matcha chia seed protein pudding contains caffeine from the matcha. The amount varies with the type and quantity of matcha used, so people sensitive to caffeine may prefer it earlier in the day.
Matcha chia seed protein pudding keeps for a few days in a covered container in the refrigerator. If it is made with milk or yogurt, do not leave it out for long; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Matcha chia seed protein pudding can stay runny if the chia seeds have not absorbed enough liquid or the mixture has not had time to chill. Stir it again, refrigerate it longer, or add a little more chia.
Yes, you can prepare matcha chia seed protein pudding the night before. Chia seeds absorb liquid as the mixture chills, so it may be thicker by morning; stir in a splash of milk if needed.
Matcha chia seed protein pudding has a mild, earthy matcha flavor with a slight bitterness and a soft, gel-like chia texture. Fruit or a sweetener can balance the taste, while using too much matcha can make it more bitter.
Vanilla or unflavored protein powder usually pairs well with matcha chia seed protein pudding without overpowering its earthy flavor. Protein powder can thicken the mixture, so adjust the liquid gradually rather than adding a large amount at once.
Yes, matcha chia seed protein pudding works as a make-ahead breakfast. Add fruit or nuts if you like, and remember that matcha contains caffeine if you are choosing breakfast for someone who limits it.
Yes, you can replace the matcha with cocoa or cinnamon, but the pudding will no longer have a matcha flavor. Using less matcha instead keeps its distinctive taste milder and also reduces the caffeine from the matcha.
Matcha chia seed protein pudding may help you feel full because it contains protein and fiber, but it does not cause weight loss by itself. Sweeteners and toppings can change how filling or energy-dense your serving is.
Vitamins
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B12
0.26µg · 11% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.52µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
246mg · 35% DV
Manganese
0.66mg · 29% DV
Copper
0.24mg · 27% DV
Magnesium
94mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
Sodium
66mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 173 calories in ½ cup (medium) (120 g):
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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.
Matcha Chia Seed Protein Pudding combines chia seeds, which thicken as they absorb liquid, with matcha—finely ground green tea—and a protein-containing pudding base. It is served chilled, with a spoonable texture from the chia and a gently grassy, tea-like flavour from the matcha. The exact base can vary, but the result is a creamy pudding suited to breakfast or a snack.
In Turkey, you might enjoy it at breakfast or as an afternoon bite, topped with fresh fruit and served alongside tea or coffee. It offers protein and fibre, as well as plant-based omega-3. For a lighter topping, choose fruit rather than a sweet sauce; a little crunch from nuts or seeds also works well.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
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 3
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.