Chia seeds are packed in protein and add crunchy texture to this fresh and tasty smoothie.
If you follow me on Instagram, you know that my family is a bit smoothie crazy. In fact, every morning I am on a quest to create the best smoothie I’ve ever made – better than the one I drank the day before. My two latest discoveries: add more fresh ginger than you think you’ll need and throw in a spoonful of chia seeds.
Why ginger? Fresh ginger is not only a natural digestive aid but it also balances out the fruity flavors. The unmistakable bite of fresh ginger is just the thing to wake your taste buds in the morning. And in case you haven’t jumped on the chia bandwagon, they are packed with protein and a whole host of other health benefits. But mostly I just love the added crunch.
If you have leafy greens on hand, go ahead and throw those in as well! We love baby spinach and fresh parsley. Celery and cucumber are tasty as well.
Your straw is waiting.
Berry Ginger Chia Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup berries (strawberries blueberries, blackberries, etc.)
- 1 banana
- 1 cup almond milk vanilla unsweetened or milk of choice
- ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root about 1 inch piece
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- handful ice
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and puree until smooth.
John M.
Delicious!! And healthy. I just made this and I tried adding a tad more greek yogurt (probably 2 tablespoons full). It resulted in a more smooth and creamy texture. Love it!
Liz DellaCroce
Great idea!!
Stuart E. Wagner
Its berries season! I have a strawberry which after years has flowers now and I hope that I can have berries to make some smoothies too! This one looks so lovely especially on a warm day like today =)
Liz DellaCroce
Is there anything better than berry season!? I’m so happy! Enjoy!
Ellen C. Hoffman
Wow they looks so cute hope they will be tasty too. Thanks for sharing this cool stuff.
Sabrina Brady
Amazing! It looks beautiful and ginger is good for health.
Liz DellaCroce
So happy to hear it!
Diana
Banana recipe my son like most. thanks for this recipe that i will help to make this berry ginger chia smoothie
Liz DellaCroce
Oh I’m so glad to hear it Diana!
Little Chef
Wow! It looks beautiful and ginger is also good for health.
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com
I love the added ginger here. Yum!
Liz DellaCroce
I am a ginger feind!!
CC
I just made this tonight and love it! I left out the chia seeds as they don’t agree with my belly. I added avocado, spinach, and baby cucumber, but these would not affect the taste any. The ginger was so refreshing. I will be making this one all summer.
Liz DellaCroce
I’m so glad you enjoyed! I’m having one right now!!
Donna
This looks positively springlike and amazing!!! Is there a way to reduce the caloric content?…As much nutrition as this provides…with the way low-fat ingredients..it seems hard to believe there as many as you list? Is it the chia seeds?…Thanks for any insight!
Liz DellaCroce
I would cut the banana in half (freeze the rest) and eliminate the chia seeds to save 100 calories. I will say, however, that people who don’t get enough calories at breakfast usually end up overeating later in the day. I actually prefer to have a breakfast around 350-400 calories so that I don’t over indulge later in the day! But of course that’s just me. Enjoy either way!
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Liz,
I am not one for bandwagons, but the idea of adding fresh ginger to a smoothie really appeals to me.
Thanks for that!
Liz DellaCroce
Please try it – just once – and let me know what you think!! Also great with peaches!
The Healthy Apple
Come to mommmmmaaa; this looks amazing, Liz! OMG. I love smoothies. Beautiful, darling! xoox
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you my dear!! Wish I could make one for you!!
Salsa
Impressively brilliant smoothie!
Everything is perfect—color, nutrients and the looks.
Absolutely a fresh drink for spring.
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you so much!! I am ready for spring!!