Name: Basil Seed Drink
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: Basil seeds (1 to 2 teaspoons per cup); Water (cold or room temperature); Lemon or lime juice (1 tablespoon per cup); Sweetener (honey, sugar, or stevia, to taste); Optional: mint leaves, grated ginger, or fruit slices

Basil Seed Drink

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A refreshing beverage made with basil seeds that promotes hydration and fullness, ideal for weight management.

Author: swift-tastywpadmin
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 1 serving
Category: Beverage
Method: No cooking required
Cuisine: Asian
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Basil seeds (1 to 2 teaspoons per cup)
Water (cold or room temperature)
Lemon or lime juice (1 tablespoon per cup)
Sweetener (honey, sugar, or stevia, to taste)
Optional: mint leaves, grated ginger, or fruit slices

Instructions

Measure and rinse the seeds briefly under cold water.
Combine seeds and water in a jar, stirring to separate.
Let sit for 15 to 30 minutes until seeds swell.
Sweeten and flavor by stirring in lemon or lime juice and sweetener.
Adjust texture with water if necessary, and chill for a refreshing drink.
Serve with mint sprigs or fruit slices, and enjoy.

Notes

Can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 72 hours.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 50
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: basil seed drink, weight loss, hydration, refreshing beverage

Find it online: https://slimplaterecipes.com/basil-seed-drink/