Chai Chia Smoothie
Chai spices can aid digestion, improve blood sugar balance, and boost metabolism. Chia seeds are a fantastic source of omega-3 fatty acids, as well as calcium, phosphorus, and manganese. Whip up this delicious smoothie to sip on your commute as a super nourishing alternative to a chai latte.
Servings: 1 large smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 banana, preferably brown
- 1 1/2 cup non-dairy milk, and/or water
- 1 cup alfalfa sprouts
- 1-2 medjool dates, optional
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds, or ground flaxseed, or hemp seeds
- 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, or 1/4 tsp ground
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- pinch ground cardamom
- 1 Tbsp maca powder, optional
Instructions
- Put all ingredients in a blender. Push start.
- Transfer to a glass, scoop out any remaining smoothie stuck to the sides. Drink.
- Scoop out any remaining smoothie stuck to the sides of the glass.
- Alternative: Sip directly from the blender with a glass straw.
Notes
Although dates are super sweet, they don’t cause a large blood sugar spike. They’re great to boost sweetness while also boosting your intake of fiber and potassium.
Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 243mg | Potassium: 713mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 950IU | Vitamin C: 20.6mg | Calcium: 850mg | Iron: 2.7mg
