Description
This Healthy Blueberry Smoothie with Banana and Chia Seeds is a refreshing, nutrient-packed drink that’s perfect for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or post-workout recovery. The combination of antioxidant-rich blueberries, creamy banana, and fiber-packed chia seeds provides a smooth, delicious, and energizing smoothie that will keep you feeling full and nourished.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen for a thicker texture)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt for a vegan version)
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional, for extra thickness)
Instructions
Start by adding the frozen blueberries, banana, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, and almond milk into the blender. If you prefer a thicker smoothie, add ice cubes.
- Blend on high for 30-45 seconds, or until everything is well combined and smooth. You can adjust the texture by adding more almond milk if it’s too thick or more ice for a colder, thicker smoothie.
- Taste the smoothie and add honey or maple syrup if you prefer more sweetness. Blend again to combine.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately. You can garnish with a few extra chia seeds, fresh berries, or a slice of banana for extra texture and flavor.
Notes
- If you prefer a thicker smoothie, you can add more frozen fruit (like banana or berries) or a tablespoon of oats or chia seeds.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt and milk, such as coconut or oat milk.
- You can make this smoothie into a smoothie bowl by reducing the amount of liquid and topping with granola, nuts, seeds, or fresh fruit.
- If you want to make it ahead of time, prep the ingredients the night before and store them in the fridge or freezer for easy blending the next day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Post-Workout
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
