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Blueberry Banana Smoothie With Chia Recipe

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This stunning, berry-packed smoothie has the right nutritional balance to make it a sustaining breakfast or snack.

The banana needs to be frozen firm.

From nutritionist and cookbook author Ellie Krieger.

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Ingredients

measuring cup

Servings: 1

Directions

  • Step 1

    Combine the banana, blueberries, milk, almonds, chia seed and vanilla extract in a blender; puree on high speed until well combined and thick, with some texture remaining from the chia and almonds.

  • Step 2

    Add more milk by the tablespoonful, and blend on high speed to incorporate, depending on the power of your blender and the thickness you prefer. Drink right away.

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    Nutritional Facts

    Per serving

    • Calories

      370

    • Fat

      13 g

    • Saturated Fat

      2 g

    • Carbohydrates

      56 g

    • Sodium

      120 mg

    • Cholesterol

      5 mg

    • Protein

      16 g

    • Fiber

      11 g

    • Sugar

      33 g

    This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.

    From nutritionist and cookbook author Ellie Krieger.

    Tested by Kara Elder.

    Published June 14, 2016

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    Chauncey Koziol

    Update: 2024-08-29