Chia seeds absorb 12 times their weight in water, creating this gel-like drink that ancient Aztec warriors used for endurance.
Chia Cucumber Drink
Revitalize your wellness routine with our refreshing Chia Cucumber Drink! Packed with hydrating cucumber and fiber-rich chia seeds, this zesty concoction not only supports digestive health but also helps you achieve a flatter belly in no time. Sip your way to a happier gut and feel fabulous!
Prep
15
min
Cook
0
min
Serves
1
people
Level
beginner
š Ingredients
Serves 1š„¬Fresh Produce(5)
- 1 stalk of celery
- Half a cucumber
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup pineapple (fresh or frozen) (240 ml)
- 1 cup of water (for soaking chia) (240 ml)
š¦Other(1)
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds (10 ml)
šØāš³ Instructions
- 1
Soak 2 teaspoons chia seeds in 1 cup water for 10 minutes.
- 2
Add cucumber, pineapple, celery, lemon juice, and chia water to blender.
- 3
Blend for 1 minute until smooth.
š” Pro Tips
- āSoak chia seeds for exactly 15-20 minutes to achieve optimal gel consistency, as they absorb 10-12 times their weight in liquid and form mucilage that prevents clumping.timing15-20 minutes
- āUse a 1:8 ratio of chia seeds to liquid (2 tsp seeds to 1 cup water) because this creates the perfect viscosity without making the drink too thick or leaving seeds ungelled.ingredient1:8 ratio
- āPeel cucumber completely and remove seeds before blending to prevent bitter compounds from cucurbitacins in the skin and excess water from seeds diluting flavor.technique
- āBlend on high speed for 90-120 seconds to fully break down cucumber cell walls and create smooth integration with the chia gel matrix.timing90-120 seconds
- āServe immediately after blending because chia seeds continue absorbing liquid and will thicken the drink by 30-40% within 10 minutes of standing.timing30-40% thickening
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Prep
15
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Cook
0
min
Serves
1
people
Level
beginner
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Chia seeds absorb 12 times their weight in water, creating this gel-like drink that ancient Aztec warriors used for endurance.
Chia Cucumber Drink
Revitalize your wellness routine with our refreshing Chia Cucumber Drink! Packed with hydrating cucumber and fiber-rich chia seeds, this zesty concoction not only supports digestive health but also helps you achieve a flatter belly in no time. Sip your way to a happier gut and feel fabulous!
š Ingredients
Serves 1š„¬Fresh Produce(5)
- 1 stalk of celery
- Half a cucumber
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup pineapple (fresh or frozen) (240 ml)
- 1 cup of water (for soaking chia) (240 ml)
š¦Other(1)
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds (10 ml)
šØāš³ Instructions
- 1
Soak 2 teaspoons chia seeds in 1 cup water for 10 minutes.
- 2
Add cucumber, pineapple, celery, lemon juice, and chia water to blender.
- 3
Blend for 1 minute until smooth.
š” Pro Tips
- āSoak chia seeds for exactly 15-20 minutes to achieve optimal gel consistency, as they absorb 10-12 times their weight in liquid and form mucilage that prevents clumping.timing15-20 minutes
- āUse a 1:8 ratio of chia seeds to liquid (2 tsp seeds to 1 cup water) because this creates the perfect viscosity without making the drink too thick or leaving seeds ungelled.ingredient1:8 ratio
- āPeel cucumber completely and remove seeds before blending to prevent bitter compounds from cucurbitacins in the skin and excess water from seeds diluting flavor.technique
- āBlend on high speed for 90-120 seconds to fully break down cucumber cell walls and create smooth integration with the chia gel matrix.timing90-120 seconds
- āServe immediately after blending because chia seeds continue absorbing liquid and will thicken the drink by 30-40% within 10 minutes of standing.timing30-40% thickening