No Sugar Lemon Chia Fresca
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4.6
No Sugar Lemon Chia Fresca
Description
This No Sugar Lemon Chia Fresca blends cold water with fresh lemon juice and chia seeds that swell during a chilling period, creating a mildly gelled, textured drink. Sweetness is introduced lightly with a few drops of stevia or a small amount of maple syrup, keeping added sugars minimal. A pinch of cayenne pepper provides a gentle warmth that contrasts with the citrus and cool liquid.
The chia seeds absorb water and thicken the mixture slightly after sitting for about 15 minutes, resulting in a hydrated beverage with added mouthfeel. This drink can be consumed immediately or stored chilled for a couple of days without losing texture or flavor.
Substituting water with coconut water is possible and adds minerals like potassium and magnesium to the drink, enhancing its nutritional profile.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces water cold
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 cup
- 2-3 teaspoons chia seeds
- 5-6 drops stevia or 2 teaspoons maple syrup, liquid form
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a glass and let sit for about 15 minutes in the fridge so the chia seeds have a chance to absorb some of the liquid and “gel” up. Enjoy immediately or save for later. Can be made ahead of time as the mixture should last at least 2-3 days in the fridge.
Notes
- Coconut water can be used instead of plain water to add potassium and magnesium to the drink.
- Let the drink rest in the fridge about 15 minutes to allow chia seeds to swell and gel properly.
- This beverage can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days without losing texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 46 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 46kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 65mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 48IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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