Chia Seed Pudding Recipe! What the heck are chia seeds anyway? Chia seeds are one of the healthiest foods on the planet! They are a tiny black seeds from the Salvia Hispanics plant, which is part of the mint family. The word “chia” means strength in ancient Mayan. These seeds are a powerhouse packed full of vitamins. One ounce (2 tbsp.) contains fiber, protein, healthy fats, calcium, manganese, magnesium, phosphorous, and some zinc, vitamin B3, Potassium, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B2. I would say that is quit a lot of nutrition in a tiny seed!