BLUEBERRY AND CHIA SEED SMOOTHIE

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This simple, nutritious smoothie tastes like summer and is delicious when made with fresh blueberries, but it can also be prepared well into the fall with any frozen berries. Famous for supporting endurance, chia seeds give an omega-3 boost, and also provide fiber and protein to keep sippers satisfied.

Provided by Amy Chaplin

Time 15m

Yield 2 small smoothies

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 1/2 cups almond milk
1 cup blueberries
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 heaping tablespoon coconut butter or coconut oil
Pinch cinnamon
Raw honey

Steps:

Place the chia seeds in a cup or jar, add 1/2 cup of the almond milk and stir thoroughly to combine. Set the mixture aside for 10 minutes, or refrigerate overnight or up to 4 days.
Transfer the mixture to a blender. Add the blueberries, vanilla, coconut butter and cinnamon, and blend until smooth, adding honey to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 106 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 23 grams