Chia Seed Smoothie (Printable)

Creamy blend of banana, berries, and omega-rich chia seeds for a quick, nutritious boost anytime.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or dairy/plant-based milk of choice)
02 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
03 - 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)

→ Chia & Sweetener

04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1 tablespoon honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup (adjust to taste)

→ Add-Ins (Optional)

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

# Directions:

01 - Add almond milk, banana, frozen berries, chia seeds, and sweetener to a blender. If using optional ingredients, add nut butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon now.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness as desired. Pour into two glasses and let sit for 2-3 minutes to allow chia seeds to swell slightly. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get that creamy milkshake texture without any dairy or guilt, just pure plant fueled energy
  • The chia seeds turn an ordinary smoothie into something that actually keeps you full until lunch
02 -
  • Do not skip the resting period or you will miss out on that signature chia texture that makes this special
  • If you wait more than 10 minutes, it becomes more like a pudding you eat with a spoon than a smoothie you drink
03 -
  • Use a high-speed blender if you have one to break down the chia seeds for smoother texture
  • Mix your chia seeds with a tablespoon of milk 10 minutes before blending to jumpstart the gel formation

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