This drink has a surprising earthy sweetness and brightness. Tiger nuts are tiny—and deliciously sweet—root vegetables that are packed with prebiotics. So this is a good-for-your-gut tonic that’s actually nut-free. If tiger nuts are out of reach, swap in coconut flakes (no need to soak) or your favorite nut or seed.
Serves 4
Ingredients:
1 cup tiger nuts
8 cup filtered water, divided
1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers
1/4 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon vanilla powder
Instructions:
1. Using two separate containers, soak the nuts in 4 cups of water and the flowers in 4 cups of water in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
2. Strain the nuts and discard the soaking liquid. Transfer them to a high-speed blender.
3. Strain the hibiscus liquid into the blender, discarding or composting the flowers.
4. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes. Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth.
5. Stir in the honey and vanilla then serve over ice.
Health Benefits of Hibiscus:
May Help Lower Blood Pressure: Over time, high blood pressure can place extra strain on the heart and cause it to weaken. High blood pressure is also associated with an increased risk of heart disease.
Packed With Antioxidants: Antioxidants are molecules that help fight compounds called free radicals, which cause damage to your cells.
May Help Lower Blood Fat Levels
Could Promote Weight Loss: One study gave 36 overweight participants either hibiscus extract or a placebo. After 12 weeks, hibiscus extract reduced body weight, body fat, body mass index and hip-to-waist ratio.
