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
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root about 1 inch piece
- 1/2 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!!