A refreshing lime water with hydrated chia seeds.
About this recipe
Agua de limon con chia is a refreshing drink that combines fresh lime juice with hydrated chia seeds, sugar and cold water. The chia seeds add a pleasantly gelatinous texture and a nutritional boost to this classic Mexican agua fresca.
History & Origin
Chia (Salvia hispanica) was one of the four principal crops of the Aztecs, alongside maize, beans, and amaranth. Aztec warriors consumed chia before battles for its ability to provide sustained energy. After the Conquest, its cultivation nearly disappeared due to Spanish prohibitions, but it survived in indigenous communities. Chia water with lime was already being prepared in pre-Hispanic times and today remains one of the most popular aguas frescas (fresh fruit waters) in taquerías and fondas throughout Mexico.
Estimated cost
£4.73
Total cost
£0.79
Per serving
* Approximate prices based on UK supermarkets
Nutritional information per serving
132
Calories
3g
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
2.5g
Fat
2g
Fibre
41mg
Sodium
* Approximate values. May vary depending on ingredients used.
Method
- 1
Remoja the semillas de chia seeds en un vaso with 200 ml de water durante 15-20 minutes until formen un gel.
- 2
Exprime the limes for obtener el jugo. Cuela the semillas.
- 3
In a large jug, mix 1.5 litres of cold water with the lime juice and sugar. Stir until dissolved.
💡 Adjust the sugar and lime to your taste. The water should be slightly sweeter than desired because the ice will dilute it.
- 4
Añade the semillas de chia seeds hidratadas y mezcla well.
- 5
Sirve well fría with hielo. Revuelve before de servir each vaso ya that la chia seeds tiende a asentarse.
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