Strawberry Mint Chia Fresca

Refreshing, healthy, and energizing drink containing coconut water for electrolytes and mint for a cool taste. Chia seeds are high in omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. Inspired by Mexican Chia Fresca and my love for mojitos! The juice can be drunk without waiting the 30 minutes, but the seeds might stick to the glass more. A juicer can be used to juice the strawberries and mint. Doing so will give more mint flavor and may require using less mint to begin with.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 82 Calories

Ingredients

• water
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• ¼ cup lime juice
• 2 tablespoons agave nectar
• ⅓ cup chia seeds
• 2 (17.5 ounce) cans coconut water
• 2 cups ripe strawberries

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Blend strawberries, 1 cup water, and mint leaves in a blender until smooth, 20 to 30 seconds; strain into a 2-quart pitcher. Stir coconut water, 1 cup water, lime juice, lemon juice, and agave nectar into the strawberry mixture.

Step 2

Mix chia seeds in small increments into the strawberry mixture, stirring continually to keep from clumping together. Refrigerate mixture until chia seeds fully absorb the liquid, 30 minutes to overnight.