- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 35 kcal
Quick summary
“Refreshing lemon juice with chia is easy to make and helps hydrate the body. The use of chia adds fiber and nutrients to the recipe, making it healthy and tasty.”
What you need to know
- O suco de limão é fundamental para o sabor refrescante
- As sementes de chia fornecem fibras e nutrientes
- Deixe a mistura na geladeira por 30 minutos para a chia hidratar
- A água filtrada garante a qualidade da bebida
Ingredients
Main
- 4 large lemons
- 1/4 cup of chia seeds
- 1 liter of filtered water
- 2 tablespoons of sugar or sweetener to taste
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Principal
- Start by squeezing the lemons to extract the juice. Discard the seeds and set aside.
- In a pitcher, add the lemon juice, filtered water, and sugar or sweetener.
- Mix well with a wooden spoon until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Add the chia seeds to the mixture. Mix again to incorporate.
- Let the jar rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for the chia to hydrate.
- After this time, serve the juice in glasses with ice, if desired.
- Decorate with mint leaves, if using.
- Enjoy your refreshing juice!
Chef's tips
- Esprema bem os limões para obter o máximo de suco
- Adicione o açúcar ou adoçante lentamente para evitar grumos
- Use uma colher grande para misturar os ingredientes
Variations
- Adicione uma pitada de sal para um sabor mais complexo
- Use água de coco para um suco mais rica e refrescante
- Misture um pouco de gengibre ralado para um efeito quente
Substitutions
- Pode-se usar limão-siciliano em vez de limão
- Açúcar pode ser substituído por adoçante natural, como xilitol
- Chia pode ser substituída por sementes de linho
How to store
- The juice can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- It is not recommended to store for longer, as it may lose flavor and texture.
Can it be frozen?
- It is not recommended to freeze this juice.
- If you want to freeze, you can separate the chia seeds and freeze individually.
- Thaw in the refrigerator before using.
What to serve with
- Sirva o suco com fatias de limão para uma apresentação mais atraente
- Adicione um pouco de água de coco para uma versão mais rica
- Experimente com uma pitada de sal para um contraste de sabor
Frequently asked questions
Can I add other ingredients?
Yes, you can add other ingredients like grated ginger or mint leaves to vary the flavor.
Can the juice be made without sugar?
Yes, it can be made with natural sweetener or without sweetener, depending on taste.
Should the juice be served immediately?
Ideally, it should be served soon after preparation, but it can be prepared in advance and served cold.
Can I use lime instead of lemon?
Yes, you can use lime, but the flavor will be more intense.
