Chia Seed Smoothie (Printable Version)

Creamy blend of chia seeds, almond milk, banana, and frozen berries creates a thick, satisfying drink packed with fiber and omega-3s.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
02 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
03 - 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries

→ Chia & Sweetener

04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1 tablespoon honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup

→ Add-Ins

06 - 1 tablespoon nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# How to Make:

01 - Add almond milk, banana, frozen berries, chia seeds, and sweetener to a blender container.
02 - If using, add nut butter, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon to the blender.
03 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
04 - Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if desired.
05 - Pour into two glasses and allow to sit for 2-3 minutes so chia seeds can expand slightly before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The chia seeds keep you satisfied for hours without that heavy breakfast feeling
  • It takes literally five minutes from cupboard to cup
  • You can customize it based on whatever fruit sits forgotten in your freezer
02 -
  • The smoothie gets thicker the longer it sits, so drink it within 15 minutes if you prefer it sip-able
  • If your blender struggles with chia seeds, try grinding them alone first or use pre-ground chia meal
03 -
  • Let your frozen fruit thaw for 5 minutes if your blender struggles with hard chunks
  • Use overripe bananas you've frozen for the creamiest result

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