A “chia fresca” is a Mexican beverage, which classically makes use of lemon or citrus juice together with plant-based powerhouse chia to make a refreshing drink. Chia seeds – a superfood identified primarily for a miraculously excessive Omega 3 content material – take up about 9 occasions their weight when soaked in water, forming a miniature balls which are playful on the tongue. Combining the thought of a chia fresca with one other Mexican specialty, tequila, is a real meals future, and a deliciously enjoyable new strategy to make a margarita (and add slightly vitamin). For a virgin variation, use a citrus kombucha mix rather than the alcohol.
Chia Margarita [Vegan]
Components You Want for Chia Margarita [Vegan]
- 2 oz water
- 1 tsp Chia Seeds
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1½ oz freshly-squeezed lime juice
- 1 Tbsp palm sugar (additionally referred to as coconut sugar)
- stevia, to style (if desired)
- ice
Put together Chia Margarita [Vegan]
- In a small glass, combine collectively the water and chia seeds. Put aside for 20 minutes or longer to type a gel. You could need to make a bigger batch of this step should you suspect that a couple of margarita shall be wanted, in order that the readied chia is readily available.
- In a shaker stuffed with loads of ice, add all of the components, besides the soaked chia gel, and shake nicely.
- Pressure into a big glass, add the chia gel, and stir till mixed.
- Add stevia if a sweeter drink is desired.
- Switch to a serving glass.
