Everyday Essential Chia Bowls

I’ve learned to travel with a few nourishing essentials so my body feels supported wherever I wake up. They make mornings simple and grounding, and help me move through long travel days without scrambling for something actually nourishing in food deserts like the airport.

One of my favorite morning rituals on the road is a high-protein vegan chia bowl. I pre-mix a raw, vegan cereal muesli packed with the healthiest seeds, nuts, and superfoods–so all I have to do is add water. That’s it. No kitchen required.

This base is the perfect foundation for fruity chia bowls. Add whatever fresh fruit you find locally to create your own beautiful, vibrant toppings. Or pack dried fruits like dates, apricots, mango, or dragon fruit so you can sweeten things naturally when fresh options aren’t available.

These bowls are deeply nourishing, high in nutrient density, and surprisingly satiating–the kind of breakfast that carries you for hours.

And here’s the magic: you don’t have to wait overnight. Because this mix is rich in chia and flax, it thickens in under 10 minutes if you don’t overwater it. I commonly ask for for a cup of water and a spoon on a plane, or at the terminal coffee shop, to stir up this mixture with water and enjoy a superfood moment on the spot. 

Chia and flax are rich in omega-3s and fiber, supporting digestion and sustained energy. Oats and goji berries bring grounding complex carbs, antioxidants, and minerals to keep your body steady and strong.

This recipe is designed in parts rather than exact measurements. Adjust based on what you have and what you love. Make a big batch and store it in a large jar or zip bag so you can scoop out daily servings and mix with water or nut milk. I’ll include one favorite topping combo below–but truly, the options are endless.

Dried Chia Cereal Mix

by Sarah Farsh, February 2026

1 part gluten free oats

1 part chia seeds

1/2 part ground flax seeds

1/4 part pure unsweetened dried coconut

1/4 part goji berries

cinnamon to taste

Mix all dried ingredients together so you have a big bag of your home made vegan musli mix. About 3-4 tablespoons in a bowl, and top with about 3-4 tablespoons of water (don't drown it), the musli will suck up the water in a couple of minutes-or by the time you finish chopping your fresh fruits. You can add small amounts of water if you want it to be a little looser, and less water for thicker. You can always add more water but harder to take away so try to start small before adding more. 

Once your chia mix is consistency you like (I like it like an oatmeal consistency-more thick), drizzle with honey and your favorite nut butter. It's more creamy with a nut butter but your musli mix will naturally make a creamy consistency with the fats from your seeds and just water alone! Add a dalop of coconut yogurt, cubbed mango, fresh strawberries or any exotic fruits you like. 

Enjoy in so many ways!