Chia Fibre Tea
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
55 minutes
Servings
1
Chia seeds are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and are high in fibre, with around 5.4 g per tablespoon (we need ~30 g fibre per day). When mixed into fluids they absorb the liquid to form a gel-like consistency.
If you’re having issues with constipation, this is a gentle way to encourage your bowel motions along.
Make this in the evening so it’s ready to go first thing in the morning!
Nutritional Information
Per Serve
Carbohydrates
5.3 g
Energy
118 kcal
Fibre
10.8 g
Protein
4.0 g
Saturated fat
0.7 g
Sodium
7 mg
Total fat
7.3 g
Total sugars
0.4 g
Per 100g
Carbohydrates
2.1 g
Energy
47 kcal
Fibre
4.3 g
Protein
1.6 g
Saturated fat
0.3 g
Sodium
3 mg
Total fat
2.9 g
Total sugars
0.2 g
Ingredients
- 1 fruit tea bag (berry flavour recommended)
- 250 ml boiling water
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
Method
- Add the boiling water to the fruit tea bag and let it steep until cool.
- Mix in the chia seeds and let stand for 5–10 minutes.
- Stir again, cover, and refrigerate until chilled.
- Once chilled, stir once more and enjoy.