Description
A light and refreshing beverage made with soaked basil seeds and lemon juice for a low-calorie, hydrating option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon basil seeds
- 1 medium lemon (about 2 tablespoons juice)
- 1 to 2 teaspoons sweetener (honey, agave, or a zero-calorie sweetener)
- 1 cup cold water or sparkling water
- Ice cubes (optional)
- Fresh mint or basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Measure and soak the basil seeds in 1 cup cold water and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes until swollen.
- Prepare the lemon mixture by mixing lemon juice and sweetener with 1 cup of water; stir until dissolved.
- Combine the lemon mixture with soaked basil seeds and add ice cubes or refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Add sparkling water if desired and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Taste the drink and adjust sweetness or acidity if needed.
Notes
This drink can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Keep covered to maintain flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Refreshment
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemon drink, basil seed drink, low-calorie beverage