Description
This ‘tadpole water’ chia drink is a viral TikTok recipe designed to suppress appetite. It combines chia seeds with lemon water, creating a fiber-rich beverage.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup water
- ½ lemon, juiced
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- In a glass, combine the chia seeds and water.
- Stir well to prevent clumping.
- Add the fresh lemon juice to the mixture.
- Stir again until thoroughly combined.
- For a touch of sweetness, stir in honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Let the mixture sit for at least 10-15 minutes, or until the chia seeds have expanded and formed a gel-like consistency.
- Stir once more before drinking.
Notes
- The ‘tadpole water’ name comes from the appearance of the hydrated chia seeds.
- Drink immediately after the seeds have gelled.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste.
- You can prepare this drink the night before and store it in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Modern