Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 cups water (cold or room temperature)
- 1–2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Juice half a lemon to get about 1½ tablespoons of lemon juice.
- In a mason jar or large glass, pour in 3–4 cups of water.
- Add 1–2 tablespoons of chia seeds to the water.
- Stir in the lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup, if using.
- Shake or stir well to mix the chia seeds evenly.
- Let the drink sit for at least 15 minutes (or refrigerate overnight) until the chia seeds swell into a gel-like texture.
- Stir or shake again before drinking to prevent seeds from settling.
Notes
- Customize Flavor: Add orange or lime slices for a different citrus twist.
- Vegan Option: Use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Overnight Prep: For the best texture, prepare chia water the night before.
- Drink Cold: Chia water is best served chilled.
- Portion Control: Start with 1 tablespoon of chia seeds if you’re new to high-fiber drinks.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Beverage, Drinks
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Health & Wellness
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0