With summer here in full force and the mercury threatening to soar even higher with each passing day, it is very important to keep yourself hydrated and energized to welcome that rejuvenated and fresh feeling that seems to disappear whenever the sun comes out. Whilst staying hydrated is important, you should also remember to indulge in foods that are good for the body, like these healthy drinks recipes we’ve shared courtesy of India Gate.

Simple Healthy Drinks Recipes Fit for Summer

India Gate offers a wide range of healthy products including chia seeds and flax seeds that can help you quickly stir up some tasty and healthy drinks recipes to keep you energized throughout the day.

Below, you’ll find some great tasty and healthy drinks recipes for when you are struggling with eating healthy and fighting to keep cool. The best part? They are all easy to prepare and nutritious!

1. Chia Fresca drink

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon India Gate chia seeds
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 glass of coconut water

Instructions:

Briefly whirl all ingredients together in a blender (or shake well in a closed container) and wait for 15 minutes for India Gate Chia Seeds to expand
Serve it ice-cold

2. India Gate flax seed morning yogurt

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon India Gate flax seeds
1 cup yogurt
1 cup mixed fruits chopped (orange, blueberries, and almonds if desired)

Instructions:

Briefly whirl all ingredients together in a blender (or shake well in a closed container)
Decorate with oranges, blueberries, and almonds
Devour the deliciousness!

3. Strawberry & Banana Chia Seed Smoothie

Ingredients:

2 Tablespoons India Gate chia seeds
2 cups frozen strawberries
1 banana
1 cup dairy skim fat-free milk

Instructions:

Blend everything together until a smoothie-like consistency is formed
Serve chilled and enjoy!

4. Overnight quinoa

Ingredients:

1 cup cooked India Gate quinoa
1 cup toned milk
2 tsp yogurt
1 small banana
2 tsp desiccated dried coconut or coconut chips
2 tsp broken walnuts, toasted
2 tsp honey (or more to taste)
pinch of cinnamon or cardamom powder

Instructions:

Take two glass jars with a lid ~ 300 ml capacity
Divide the quinoa between the two jars. Slightly warm the milk to lukewarm and whisk in the yogurt. Divide the milk mixture between the 2 jars
Close the jars with the lids and leave overnight in the fridge for the yogurt to set
Before serving, top the quinoa in set yogurt with sliced bananas, desiccated coconut or coconut chips, walnut bits, and honey
Finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or cardamom powder
Tip: Use diced mango instead of sliced banana when mangoes are in season

That said, which are your go-to healthy drinks recipes that keep you going throughout summer and beyond? Mine is Iskiate, inspired by the book Born to Run and the Tarahumara tribe.