Backpacking without a stove? Try this sample of 4 of our no-cook, high-calorie chia meals.  Just add water and Cha-Cha-Cha Chia! Total weight is 17.8 oz and 2,130 Calories. Vegan.

Each meal fully hydrates in cold water within 10 – 15 minutes. Includes 1 of each in the Hungry Single (Serves 1 - 2) size packages: 

Chia Oat Crunch - We like this one for breakfast.  The chia is paired with thick rolled organic oats and a handful of nuts, leaving you entirely refreshed and energized.

Ginger Chia Gooey - Makes an excellent dessert or snack.  Pairing it with a cup of tea or coffee will fully indulge your senses.

Coconut Chia Peel - The coconut gives this one excellent flair and flavor. We like to eat it as a mid-day lunch.

AppalaChia - The pairing of chia with pulsed organic apple, chewy raisins, and spices tastes like apple pie.

Dietary Information: Suitable for Vegans

Total: 4 meals; 17.8oz; 2,130 calories

Facts about Chia Seed:

- Chia is an ancient edible seed of the plant Salvia hispanica, a member of the mint family native to South America.  The seed was used as a survival food for the Mayans and as a medicine for the Aztecs.

- Chia is a gelatinous seed, which means it absorbs water and forms into a gel.  This keeps you hydrated longer because the digestive process of breaking down carbohydrates into sugar is slowed down by it’s gel state.

- Chia has a high amount of protein (20%), dietary fiber (25%), essential fat (34%), antioxidants, and trace minerals to provide you with loads of energy.

- Chia has 3x more omega-3 fatty acids than flax; unlike flax, chia doesn’t have to be ground up for the nutrients to be absorbed in the body.

- Chia seed is easy to digest, making it a great choice for people with a sensitive digestive system.

See also: Chia as a backpacking super food