Bebida de Horchata

Bebida de Horchata is a refreshing and creamy vegan drink made from rice, almonds, and cinnamon, perfect for a nutritious breakfast. This traditional Mexican beverage is not only delicious but also packed with flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients

• Long-grain white rice - 1/2 cup
• Almonds - 1/4 cup
• Cinnamon stick - 1
• Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
• Maple syrup - 2 tbsp
• Water - 4 cups
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
2. In a bowl, soak the rinsed rice and almonds in 2 cups of water for about 4 hours or overnight for best results.
3. Drain the soaking water and transfer the rice and almonds to a blender.
4. Add the remaining 2 cups of fresh water, the cinnamon stick, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the blender.
5. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
6. Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher, discarding the solids.
7. Stir in the maple syrup to sweeten the horchata, adjusting to taste.
8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
9. Serve over ice and enjoy your refreshing Bebida de Horchata.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 35 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from almonds and cinnamon, which can help reduce inflammation.
• Contains complex carbohydrates from rice, providing sustained energy throughout the morning.

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