Naturally sweet and delicious energy for your morning
Give your immune system a boost of nutrition with this smoothie made with just 5 ingredients. The kefir and banana contain beneficial bacteria and fiber that support the gut microbiome, the strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C, and the chia and pumpkin seeds add healthy fat plus minerals magnesium, iron, and zinc.
Makes: 2 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: N/A
Total Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups unsweetened 1% milkfat kefir
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1/4 cup raw shelled pumpkin seeds
2 cups fresh, ripe strawberries, hulled
1 medium frozen banana
Instructions
Place kefir, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, strawberries, and banana in a blender jar, cover, and blend on high speed for about 30 seconds or until mixture is liquified.
Divide between two glasses and serve.
Nutrition Information
For 1 serving:
Calories: 315
Fat: 13.5 grams
Saturated Fat: 3 grams
Cholesterol: 11 milligrams
Sodium: 94 milligrams
Carbohydrate: 37 grams
Fiber: 10 grams
Sugar: 20 grams
Added Sugar: 0 grams
Protein: 14 grams
