Tropical Chia Sunrise—Breakfast for 2
“Tropical Chia Sunrise” is a Thai-inspired breakfast dish featuring chia seed pudding made with creamy coconut milk, topped with fresh, juicy mangoes. This refreshing and nutritious meal offers a delightful tropical twist to start your day.
Meal Type
Breakfast
Cuisine
Thai
Servings
2
Food Stars
Chia seeds, coconut milk, mango
Health
Variations
Diets
Variations
Do This With That Stuff
- ‘Gather all your ingredients and cookware
- Using the 1/4 cup measure, measure out the chia seeds and set aside
- Next, using the 1 cup measure, measure out the coconut milk
- Take the medium bowl and pour in the measured chia seeds and coconut milk
- Use the whisk to stir together the chia seeds and coconut milk until well combined
- Add a pinch of salt to this mixture using your fingers or a small spoon
- Then, using the tablespoon measure, add 2 tablespoons of honey to this mixture
- Also add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to this mixture with a teaspoon measure if available, otherwise estimate half of a tablespoon measure
- Stir everything in the medium bowl until well combined with the whisk again This will be your chia pudding base
- Cover this bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in your refrigerator Let it sit overnight or for at least 4 hours so that it thickens up into a pudding-like consistency
- While waiting for the chia pudding to set, prepare your mango Place your ripe mango on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to dice it into small pieces Be careful while handling the knife Set these diced mango pieces aside in a small bowl for later use
- Once your chia pudding has thickened up, remove it from the refrigerator Stir it once more with your spoon to break up any clumps that may have formed while chilling
- Now divide this thickened chia pudding evenly between two serving bowls using your spoon for stirring or another clean spoon if preferred for serving purposes
- Top each serving bowl of chia pudding with half of your diced mango pieces from earlier Distribute them evenly over each portion of pudding for equal flavor in every bite
- Finally, garnish each serving bowl with half of your shredded coconut using either fingers or another clean spoon This should be about 1/2 tablespoon of shredded coconut per bowl if using the tablespoon measure for reference
- Your Tropical Chia Sunrise is now ready to be served and enjoyed Remember to consume it fresh for the best taste and texture’
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
☕ Bitter
- Add 1 tsp of matcha powder
- Add 1/2 grapefruit, juiced
- Reduce honey to 1 tbsp
- Add a pinch of turmeric powder
🧂 Salty
- Increase the salt to 1/2 teaspoon
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped salted peanuts for garnish
- Add 1 teaspoon of soy sauce to the chia pudding mixture
🍋 Sour
- ‘Add 1/4 cup of lime juice
- Add 1 tbsp of grated lime zest
- Replace honey with 2 tbsp of tamarind paste
- Add 1/2 cup of diced pineapple’
🌶️ Spicy
- ‘Add 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
- Add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped Thai chilies
- Increase the honey to 3 tablespoons
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper’
🍬 Sweet
- Increase the honey to 3 tablespoons
- Add 1 ripe banana, mashed
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped dates
- Increase the shredded coconut for garnish to 2 tablespoons
🍄 Umami
- ‘Add 1 tbsp of soy sauce to the chia pudding base
- Add 1/2 tsp of grated ginger to the chia pudding base
- Add 1/4 cup of diced tomatoes as a garnish
- Replace honey with 2 tbsp of miso paste for sweet and umami flavor’
🍸 Alcoholic
- ‘Coconut Rum: The coconut in the rum will complement the coconut milk and shredded coconut in the dish
- Mango Daiquiri: The mango in the daiquiri will enhance the flavor of the mango in the dish
- Thai Basil Mojito: The freshness of this drink will balance out the sweetness of the dish’
🥤 Non Alcoholic
- ‘Thai Iced Tea: The sweet and creamy flavor of this traditional Thai drink will complement the tropical flavors of the chia pudding
- Fresh Limeade: The tartness of the limeade will provide a refreshing contrast to the sweetness of the dish
- Coconut Water: It echoes the coconut ingredient in the dish, enhancing its tropical theme’
🥓 Keto
- Remove 1 ripe mango, diced
- Remove 2 tbsp honey
- Add 1/4 cup of diced strawberries
- Add 1/4 cup of diced raspberries
- Add 2 tbsp of a keto-friendly sweetener like erythritol or stevia
🍆 Mediterranean
- ‘Replace coconut milk with 1 cup of Greek yogurt
- Replace mango with 1 ripe fig, diced
- Replace honey with 2 tbsp of honey-infused tahini
- Remove shredded coconut garnish
- Add 1 tbsp of chopped pistachios for garnish
- Add a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for garnish’
🥑 Paleo
- Replace the honey with 1 tbsp of pure maple syrup
- Replace the vanilla extract with 1/2 tsp of vanilla bean paste
🐟 Pescatarian
- No changes needed. The current recipe is already pescatarian friendly.
🌱 Vegan
- Replace the honey with 2 tbsp of agave nectar
🥦 Vegetarian
- No changes are necessary for this recipe. The Tropical Chia Sunrise is already vegetarian friendly as it contains no meat, poultry, fish, or by-products of animal slaughter.
🥩 Whole30
- Remove honey
- Replace vanilla extract with 1/2 tsp of vanilla bean paste
🧠 Brain Health
- ‘Replace honey with 1 tbsp of blue agave nectar
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts
- Add 1/4 cup of flaxseeds
- Replace coconut milk with 1 cup of almond milk’
🌾 Celiac Disease
- No changes needed. The current recipe is already celiac disease friendly as it does not contain any gluten-containing ingredients.
💩 Crohns Disease
- Remove honey
- Replace coconut milk with lactose-free milk
- Decrease chia seeds to 2 tablespoons
- Add 1 ripe banana, mashed
🩸 Diabetes
- ‘Replace honey with 1 tbsp of stevia
- Replace ripe mango with 1/2 cup of diced strawberries
- Replace coconut milk with unsweetened almond milk’
🍞 Gluten Intolerance
- No changes are needed for this recipe. All ingredients listed are naturally gluten-free.
🫀 Heart Disease
- ‘Replace coconut milk with 1 cup of almond milk
- Replace honey with 2 tablespoons of stevia
- Add 1 tablespoon of flaxseeds for added fiber and omega-3′
❤️ Heart Health
- ‘Replace coconut milk with 1 cup of almond milk
- Replace honey with 2 tbsp of stevia
- Add 1/4 cup of blueberries
- Add 1/4 cup of strawberries
- Add 1 tbsp of flaxseeds’
🧂 High Blood Pressure
- ‘Remove honey
- Replace coconut milk with unsweetened almond milk
- Remove salt’
🍔 High Cholesterol
- Replace coconut milk with 1 cup almond milk
- Replace honey with 2 tbsp of a sugar substitute like Stevia
- Remove shredded coconut for garnish
🦠 Immune System
- ‘Replace honey with 1 tbsp of Manuka honey
- Add 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder
- Add 1/2 tsp of ginger powder
- Add 1/4 cup of blueberries for garnish
- Replace coconut milk with almond milk’
🚽 Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Replace coconut milk with lactose-free milk
- Replace honey with maple syrup
- Decrease the mango to 1/2 ripe mango, diced
- Add 1 ripe banana, diced
💧 Kidney Disease
- Remove honey
- Replace coconut milk with unsweetened almond milk
- Decrease the salt to a very small pinch or remove completely
- Replace shredded coconut garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon
🐄 Lactose Intolerance
- No changes necessary. The recipe is already lactose intolerance friendly.
🍺 Liver Disease
- Remove honey
- Add 1 tbsp of stevia as a sweetener
- Decrease coconut milk to 3/4 cup
- Add 1/4 cup of almond milk
🤰 Pregnancy
- No changes needed. The current recipe is already pregnancy friendly. All ingredients are safe for pregnant women to consume and the recipe does not include any restricted food items.
Beti’s Reflections
On a recent culinary adventure to Thailand, I stumbled upon a delightful breakfast dish that instantly transported me to a tropical paradise. The vibrant colors and exotic flavors of this Thai-inspired meal were so captivating, I knew I had to share it with my readers. So, dear foodies, let me introduce you to the Tropical Chia Sunrise recipe – a healthy Thai breakfast recipe that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.
The Tropical Chia Sunrise is a chia seed dish designed for two, offering a refreshing and nutritious start to your day. It’s an easy-to-make mango chia breakfast that’s perfect for those who love tropical breakfast recipes and are looking for healthy coconut milk recipes. However, if you have any dietary restrictions or health conditions that require you to avoid certain ingredients like honey or coconut milk, please consult your healthcare provider before trying this recipe.
This Thai chia pudding uses simple yet flavorful ingredients: 1/4 cup chia seeds, 1 cup creamy coconut milk, 1 ripe mango diced into juicy chunks, 2 tbsp honey for sweetness, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for depth of flavor and a pinch of salt to balance everything out. To top it all off, we add 1 tbsp shredded coconut for garnish which gives our tropical chia sunrise recipe an extra crunch and tropical flair.
Making this coconut milk chia seeds recipe is as easy as pie! Start by combining the chia seeds with the coconut milk in a medium bowl until well mixed. Add in the honey, vanilla extract and salt then stir everything together until well combined – this will be your chia pudding base. Let it sit in the fridge overnight or at least for 4 hours until it thickens up into a pudding-like consistency (this is where the magic happens!). While waiting for your pudding to set, dice up your ripe mango into small pieces and set aside. Once the chia pudding is ready, divide it evenly between two bowls, top with the diced mango and garnish with shredded coconut. Voila! Your Tropical Chia Sunrise is ready to be savored.
There you have it, folks – a Thai coconut milk chia pudding that’s sure to brighten up your mornings. This tropical chia sunrise recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious mango and chia seed breakfast that’s packed with fiber and healthy fats. So why not shake up your breakfast routine and give this healthy Thai breakfast recipe a try? It’s an easy way to bring a taste of the tropics into your kitchen. Until next time, happy cooking!



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