Berry Antioxidant Smoothie Recipe

This Berry Antioxidant Smoothie is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day or refuel after a workout. Packed with berries, spinach, and chia seeds, it’s loaded with antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins. The best part? It’s quick, easy, and can be customized to your taste!

Serves: 2
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
1/2 banana (for creaminess and natural sweetness)
1/2 cup spinach (or kale, optional, for a green boost)
1 tablespoon chia seeds (for omega-3 fatty acids)
1 tablespoon almond butter (or other nut butter, optional for creaminess)
1 cup almond milk (or other plant-based milk of choice)
1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, depending on your sweetness preference)
1/2 teaspoon ground flaxseed (optional, for extra fiber)
Ice cubes (optional, for a colder smoothie)

Instructions:

Add Ingredients to Blender:

Place all the ingredients (frozen berries, banana, spinach, chia seeds, almond butter, almond milk, maple syrup, and optional flaxseed) into a blender.

Blend Until Smooth:

Blend on high until all ingredients are well combined and the smoothie reaches a creamy consistency. If it’s too thick, add more almond milk or a few ice cubes and blend again.

Taste and Adjust:

Taste the smoothie and add extra maple syrup or honey if you’d like it sweeter. Blend again if necessary.

Serve:

Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately! Optionally, you can top with extra chia seeds, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or fresh berries for extra flair.

Tips:

Add Protein: For a protein boost, add a scoop of vegan protein powder, or hemp seeds.
Make It Green: If you want to add more greens, simply increase the spinach or kale.
Sweetness Adjustments: Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less maple syrup, or use stevia or agave if you prefer.

This Berry Antioxidant Smoothie is the perfect way to nourish your body with antioxidants, fiber, and healthy fats. It’s tasty, refreshing, and provides a natural energy boost to keep you going throughout the day!