Wheat germ lemonade
2011
I use wheat germ pretty often in my cooking/baking. What is wheat germ? The wheat germ is the nutritional heart of the wheat berry. You can use wheat germ to baked goods, use as a filler for meat loaves and balls, or to coat cookies, rolls, and breads, top a casserole, replace breadcrumbs- the uses are numerous. Just use your imagination! Because the natural oils are retained in wheat germ, refrigerate it to maintain freshness and nutrition. (or I freeze mine).
This is the kind I buy:
Nutrients Behind the Health Benefits of Wheat Germ
The nutrients which are found in the germ of wheat are as follows:
Fiber
Iron
Magnesium
Manganese
Protein
Omega-3 fatty acids
Phosphorus
Potassium
Selenium
Vitamin E
Zinc
Complex Carbohydrates
B Vitamins such as folate, Niacin, Thiamine and Vitamin B6
Calcium
So I was looking for other ways to add it to my diet when I came across a recipe for wheat germ tea. Once I steeped the wheat germ and strained it, the color was so light it looked like lemonade, so I turned the “tea” into lemonade! You add the germ to boiling water and let steep for 25 minutes, strain add the lemon and sweetener (optional) and drink. 
Serves 1
2 cups water
2 tablespoons wheat germ
1/2 fresh lemon
sugar, honey, agave nectar to taste
In a pot add the water and wheat germ and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat, cover and let sit for 25-30 minutes.
Strain the flavored water into a glass with lots of ice and enjoy.
This was so refreshing. I will definitely make this again, but make a whole pitcher next time so it’s always ready in my fridge.
Do you use wheat germ as part of your diet?
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I’ve got to be honest, I would have never put wheat germ and lemonade together!
I used wheat germ this morning in our homemade blueberry muffins:)
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Sounds interesting. I like using wheat germ in baked goods. Even just a tablespoon in oats is also a good boost.
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So I learned something new today! I like wheat germ in my yogurt and include it in my home made granola. Never would I have thought that you could make a drink out of it!
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Wow….I’d never have thought to put wheat germ in a beverage! You are a smartie Jenn!!! Have a great day!
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Wheat germ lemonade, I HAVE to try! We always have wheat germ in the house, we grew up eating it in out yogurt. I love throwing some in my meatloaf.
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