4 Chia Agua Fresca Recipes
Servings: 2 –3 servings (4 cups, 32 ounces)
Ingredients
Watermelon Chia Agua Fresca
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 cups fresh watermelon
Coconut Pineapple Chia Fresca
- 1-½ cups cubed pineapple
- 1-½ inches fresh turmeric root
- 1-½ lemons, juiced
- 2 cups coconut water
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Chia Green Tea Chia Fresca
- 2 cups brewed green tea, cooled
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 3 teaspoons honey (or to taste)
Cactus Water Chia Fresca
- 2 cups cactus water
- ½ lime, juice only
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Instructions
Watermelon Chia Agua Fresca
- Combine the water and the chia seeds in a small pitcher or jar. Stir to get all of the chia seeds in the water.
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the chia seeds to plump up.
- Combine the chia water and watermelon in a blender and blend.
- Chill and serve.
Coconut Pineapple Chia Fresca
- Juice pineapple, lemon, and turmeric, then add coconut water and chia seeds and stir well.
Chia Green Tea Fresca
- Brew 2 cups of green tea and let cool.
- Add chia seeds and let the mixture sit for 10 minutes or until the consistency thickens.
- Add honey and stir.
- Refrigerate and serve chilled.
Cactus Water Chia Fresca
- Add the cactus pulp, lemon juice, and coconut water into a blender and pulse to obtain a smooth liquid.
- Transfer the liquid into your water bottle, add the chia seeds, cover the bottle, and shake well to combine.
- Drink after 10 minutes, when the chia have absorbed some of the liquid.