Strawberry and banana is the smoothie everyone knows. A tablespoon of chia seeds adds tiny specks, a little bite and a slightly thicker body after a few minutes.
1
banana
100 g
strawberries hulled
1 tbsp
chia seeds
3½ oz
water
1¾ oz
whole milk
1 tsp
agave syrup to taste (optional)
Garnish: Strawberry on the rim · Ice: Served up, no ice
Banana Strawberry Smoothie with Chia Seeds
Fruity and sweet, with ripe strawberry, creamy banana and a light, pleasant crunch from the chia.
Chia seeds come from a plant in the sage family native to Mexico and Central America. They absorb many times their weight in liquid and form a soft gel, which is why a smoothie with chia gets thicker the longer it stands. They provide fibre and the plant omega 3 fatty acid ALA. Paired with ripe strawberries and banana, they make a fruity drink that is also quite filling. A good choice for breakfast on the go.
Chia seeds absorb liquid and swell; stir in a little water if it gets too thick.
Yes, they work very well.
No, a blender breaks up some of them; whole seeds are also fine to eat.
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