Rose Sabja Lemonade Recipe

                       

Rose Sabja Lemonade is a delightful and refreshing Summer drink made with Basil seeds (sabja) , Rose Syrup / Rooh Afza , Lemon juice and fresh Mint leaves. It is an eye appealing drink with gorgeous shades of pink that can uplift your mood on a lazy summer afternoon. Rose Sabja Lemonade is easy on your pocket and a healthy alternative to the store bought aerated drinks as all the ingredients used in it have a natural cooling effect on the body. Make a small batch to treat yourself or a large one to serve your guests at the party. The recipe is  No-cook, Vegan and Gluten-free.

                   

What is Sabja ?

Sabja is the Hindi name of the sweet Basil seeds. It resembles black sesame seeds look wise and is also known as Tukmaria seeds or Falooda seeds. These seeds are similar to the Chia seeds in nutritional profile, but are not eaten raw unlike the Chia seeds. Sabja seeds are soaked in water prior to use in drinks like smoothies, lemonades, falooda, soups and salads. Upon soaking, the seeds absorb water and swell to form a gel. They have a bland taste and have a natural cooling effect on the body.

                       

Health Benefits of Sabja: source

• Sabja or Basil seeds are power packed with loads of nutrition and immunity boosting properties.
•  They are high in fiber and a good source of minerals and plant based Omega-3 fat.
• The soluble fiber in the basil seeds may promote gut health, blood sugar control, healthy cholesterol levels and appetite control.
• Drinks including sabja seeds provide great relief from scorching summer heat as they are known to reduce the body heat and have a soothing effect on the stomach.
• Sabja seeds have a calming effect on the body as well as mind. They reduce stress, tension and anxiety, leaving us feel happier.

                

What goes into my Rose Sabja Lemonade ? The Ingredients:

• Rose Syrup: Rose syrup or Rooh Afza can be used here. I have used Homemade Rose Syrup. Rose syrup has a cooling effect on the body and lends a natural gorgeous pink color and a refreshing aroma to the drink. Also no extra sweetener is used in this summer drink. The sweetness comes from the rose syrup only.
• Sabja : Sabja or the Sweet basil seeds also have a natural cooling effect on our body apart from the various health benefits. The seeds swell up to form a gel and add a distinct texture to the drink. You may substitute it with Chia seeds in case you cannot source these seeds.
• Lemon Juice: A lemonade has to have lemon juice. Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives a refreshing citrus aroma and flavor to the drink apart from its cooling effects.
• Mint Leaves: Fresh mint leaves add a refreshing flavor.
• Water and Ice.
• Rock Salt / Black Salt: A dash of rock salt or black salt to balance the flavors.

               

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Related Event: 

Rang Birange was the theme for 290th week on Foodie Monday Bloghop, a Facebook gourmet group where a bunch of food bloggers share their culinary skills every Monday depending upon a pre-determined theme. Sasmita was our hostess for the week and she suggested that we share any Summer drink that is colorful and vibrant. This healthy , delicious and eye appealing Rose Sabja Lemonade is my humble contribution towards the theme which you can make for the upcoming Holi festival and also during the holy month of Ramadan. Meanwhile do check out Sasamita's space for delicious recipes, especially  the authentic Odia recipes. Her Dahi Pakhala , water rice with curd  is on my to-do list.    

Dietary Notes:

• Summer Drink
• Vegan
• Gluten-Free
• Healthy Lemonade
• Great welcome drink for festivals and parties
• Kid friendly
• Saatvik

Preparation Time: 10 minutes 

Cooking Time: Nil

Serves: 2 tall glasses

Ingredients: 

• Sabja Seeds - 2 teaspoon
• Rose Syrup - 4 tablespoon
• Lemon juice- 3 tablespoon
• Fresh mint leaves - few
• Ice cubes as needed
• Cold water as needed
• Rock salt/ Black salt - a pinch

Method:

1. Take cleaned sabja seeds in a bowl and wash them thoroughly using a fine strainer. Now soak the seeds in enough drinking water for 10 minutes or till it blooms.

                           

                           

2. Take 2 tall glasses and add rose syrup to them followed by bloomed sabja seeds, lemon juice , ice and water. Give a good stir. 

 

                            

                            

                             

3.  Lastly add pinch of salt and mint leaves. Serve chilled !

Recipe Notes:

• Use good quality  Sabja seeds for best results.
• I have used Homemade Rose Syrup,that i make every year during Summers. You may use store bought one or Rooh Afza.
• I have not added any sweetener. The sweetness from the rose syrup was enough for us. You may add sugar as per your taste if required.

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See you soon with yet another healthy and delicious creation from my Kitchen. Until then Stay safe and eat right !

 

Happy Cooking !

Happy Eating !

 

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Poonam Bachhav 

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