Description
A refreshing, low-calorie drink made with basil seeds that curbs appetite and hydrates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 2 teaspoons basil seeds
- 1 cup water (per teaspoon of seeds)
- 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh lemon or lime juice
- Sweetener to taste (honey, maple syrup, or a low-calorie sweetener)
- Ice cubes or chilled water
Instructions
- Measure and rinse the seeds. Place 1 to 2 teaspoons of basil seeds in a small sieve and rinse under cool water.
- Combine seeds with water. Put the rinsed seeds into a glass and add about 1 cup of room-temperature water per teaspoon of seeds.
- Let the seeds swell for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Mix in flavorings. Stir in lemon or lime juice and sweetener to taste; adjust as necessary.
- Chill and serve. Add ice cubes or refrigerate for 10 to 20 minutes.
- Optional finishing touches. Garnish with a mint sprig or fruit segments if desired.
- Store leftovers sealed in the refrigerator for 24 to 48 hours.
Notes
Basil seed drink can be prepared ahead and stored refrigerated for best texture. Adjust flavor and sweetness to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Soaking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: basil seed drink, weight loss, refreshing beverage, low-calorie drink, healthy drinks