RECIPE

Coconut Water Chia Drink

Soak chia seeds briefly in coconut water, then finish with lime for a textured chilled drink.

Prepared serving inspiration for Coconut Water Chia Drink

Ingredients

  • 500 ml plain coconut water
  • 2 teaspoons chia seeds
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • Ice

Method

  1. Stir chia seeds into coconut water.
  2. Let stand for 10 minutes, stirring once or twice.
  3. Add lime juice and ice.
  4. Stir again and serve.
Yield: 2 · Prep: 10 min

Prevent clumping

Stir the chia mixture once or twice while it hydrates so the seeds remain evenly distributed.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Quick answers.

Can I soak it longer?

Yes. Refrigerate the mixture if preparing it further in advance.

Why does the texture change?

Chia seeds absorb liquid and form a gel-like coating as they hydrate.