Chia Seed Smoothie (Printable Version)

A creamy blend of chia seeds, banana, and berries offering fiber and omega-3s in a refreshing drink.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup (8 fl oz) 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

→ Optional 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 It:

01 - Add almond milk, banana, frozen berries, chia seeds, and sweetener to the blender jar. Include any optional add-ins such as nut butter, vanilla extract, or cinnamon if desired.
02 - Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until completely smooth and creamy, with no visible fruit chunks. Stop and scrape down sides if necessary.
03 - Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if needed. Blend briefly to incorporate any adjustments.
04 - Pour into two glasses and let stand for 2-3 minutes to allow chia seeds to hydrate and thicken slightly. Serve immediately while cold.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The chia seeds create a satisfying texture that turns a simple drink into a meal that sticks with you
  • You can customize the base milk and sweetener to match whatever you have on hand
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  • The waiting period is non-negotiable unless you prefer drinking gritty seeds instead of smooth gel
  • This smoothie thickens quickly so drink within 15 minutes or it becomes more like pudding
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  • If your blender struggles with frozen fruit, let the berries thaw for 5 minutes first
  • Buy chia seeds in bulk since they keep forever and you will use them often

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