Power Drink with Chia Seeds and Acai Powder

This quick fruit drink combines strawberries and banana with coconut water, chia seeds, acai powder, ginger, and mint. It makes two servings and takes about 10 minutes to prepare.

Ingredients

• 300 g coconut water
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon acai powder
• 130 g strawberries
• 1 banana
• Fresh ginger, to taste
• A few fresh mint leaves

Instructions

1. Peel the banana and place it in a blender or tall blending container.
2. Wash, trim, and halve the strawberries.
3. Finely grate as much ginger as desired.
4. Add the strawberries, ginger, coconut water, chia seeds, acai powder, and mint to the banana.
5. Blend until smooth, then divide between two glasses and serve promptly.

About Chia Seeds

Chia seeds provide fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and several minerals. Their fiber absorbs liquid and thickens the drink while contributing to a lasting sense of fullness.

To prepare chia gel separately, stir 15 g of chia seeds into approximately 75 g of water and leave it for about 10 minutes. Once gel-like, it can be mixed into drinks or other foods. Keep prepared gel refrigerated.

About Acai Powder

Acai powder is made from acai berries native to the Amazon region. It adds a tart, berry-like flavor and supplies naturally occurring plant compounds. It should be treated as a flavorful ingredient rather than a substitute for a balanced diet.