Best 2 Refreshing Oatmeal Drink Agua De Avena Recipes

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Quench your thirst and nourish your body with a refreshing glass of agua de avena, a traditional Mexican drink made from oats. This delightful beverage combines the natural goodness of oats with the invigorating flavors of cinnamon and vanilla, creating a creamy, slightly sweet, and incredibly refreshing drink. It's an excellent source of dietary fiber, essential vitamins, and minerals, making it a healthy alternative to sugary sodas and juices. Whether served cold or warm, agua de avena offers a satisfying and nutritious way to hydrate and revitalize. Discover two variations of this classic recipe: the basic version and a spiced-up version with a touch of nutmeg and almond extract, adding an extra layer of warmth and complexity to the drink.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

REFRESCO DE AVENA



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     beverage

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 (8-ounce) servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup piloncillo sugar, grated
1 quart warm water
2 ounces old fashioned rolled oats, not instant
1 small lime, peeled, body halved and reserved
1/2 teaspoon cardamom seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Dissolve the sugar in the water in a large container. Steep the oatmeal, lime peel, and cardamom, if using, in the sugar water for 1 hour. Strain and serve over ice with a squeeze of lime juice.

REFRESHING OATMEAL DRINK (AGUA DE AVENA)



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This is a refreshing drink from Mexico that is very similar to horchata but healthier and easier to make! Serve cold.

Provided by Becky Perez

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 cups water, divided
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 cinnamon stick
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine 5 cups water, quick-cooking oats, and cinnamon stick in a blender; blend until combined, about 1 minute.
  • Pour the oat mixture through a strainer, collecting the liquids in a pitcher and reserving the solids. Pour remaining water through the strainer containing the solids and into the pitcher. Add sugar and vanilla extract; refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 7.9 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

Tips:

  • Use rolled oats or quick oats for a smooth texture. Steel-cut oats will not blend well and will result in a gritty drink.
  • Soak the oats in water or milk for at least 30 minutes before blending. This will soften the oats and make them easier to blend.
  • Add your favorite fruits, vegetables, and spices to customize the flavor of your oatmeal drink.
  • If you are using a blender, blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth. If you are using a food processor, pulse the ingredients until smooth.
  • Serve the oatmeal drink immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Agua de avena is a delicious and refreshing drink that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to get your daily dose of oats, and it is also a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins. If you are looking for a healthy and satisfying drink, agua de avena is a great option.

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