Step 1

Add ¼ cup water to 1 teaspoon chia seeds in a small bowl. Stir after a minute so that they don't clump together.

Step 2

Allow them to soak for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Thinly slice 1 medium onion.

Step 4

Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large pan. Add the onion slices and 1 teaspoon sea salt.

Step 5

Sauté on low heat for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Add 1 teaspoon brown sugar. Sauté for 10 more minutes.

Step 7

Let the onion cool down.

Step 8

Place the caramelized onion slices and soaked chia seeds in a food processor. Add in 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon honey, ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon black pepper and ¼ cup water.

Step 9

Blend until you get a smooth sauce.

Step 10

Drizzle this delicious dressing on your favorite salad or use it as a dipping sauce.