Chia Fruit Smoothie
Servings: 1
This chia fruit smoothie is a fruity blend of frozen mixed berries, banana and chia seeds. The cauliflower adds a smooth texture without overpowering the fruit, while chia seeds bring a little extra staying power. It’s a refreshing, easy-to-make breakfast or snack that comes together in minutes.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup mixed berries frozen
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 banana
- ½ cup cauliflower frozen
Instructions
- Add the mixed berries, chia seeds, and pomegranate juice to the blender.
- Blend on high until smooth and chia seeds are finely ground.
- Add the banana and frozen cauliflower, then blend again until smooth.
- Pour into glass and enjoy.
Notes
- Blend chia seeds well: Chia seeds naturally thicken as they sit, so blend the smoothie thoroughly and enjoy it soon after making it for the best texture.
- Make it ahead: To make it ahead, blend the smoothie and store it in the fridge. Chia seeds will continue absorbing liquid as it sits, so stir well before drinking and add a splash of pomegranate juice if needed to loosen the texture.
- Use a very ripe banana: A ripe banana brings more natural sweetness and gives the smoothie a creamier texture. This is especially helpful when using tart berries.
- Taste before adding sweetener: The banana and fruit provide plenty of natural sweetness, so blend everything first and taste before adding maple syrup, dates, or another sweetener.
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcal, Carbohydrates: 78g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Sodium: 43mg, Potassium: 1075mg, Fiber: 15g, Sugar: 53g, Vitamin A: 122IU, Vitamin C: 34mg, Calcium: 205mg, Iron: 3mg
