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chia seed lemonade
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Chia Seed Lemonade

Chia seed lemonade (chia fresca) is healthy and delicious! The chia seeds add a fun texture to the water.
Prep Time5 minutes
Resting time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chia seeds, drink, healthy, vegan
Servings: 1
Calories: 42kcal
Author: Aimee

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 teaspoon chia seeds
  • ½ lemon (juice)
  • 1 teaspoon sweetener (optional)

Instructions

  • Into a glass or glass jar, add the water. Then add the chia seeds and juice from half a lemon.
  • Add the sweetener, if desired.
  • Stir, then put in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to infuse and allow the chia seeds to plump up.
  • After 30 minutes, remove from the refrigerator and stir once more to combine before drinking.

Notes

Recommended sweeteners include honey, maple syrup, and agave syrup. If vegan, do not use honey.

Nutrition

Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg