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Jump to recipeChia seeds have plenty ofhealthy benefits, from delivering a boost of fiber to providing a dose of heart-healthy fats. We like the combination of strawberries, peaches and cherries, but any sweet and tangy fruit combo will work.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
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Chia seeds have plenty ofhealthy benefits, from delivering a boost of fiber to providing a dose of heart-healthy fats. We like the combination of strawberries, peaches and cherries, but any sweet and tangy fruit combo will work.Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Chia seeds have plenty ofhealthy benefits, from delivering a boost of fiber to providing a dose of heart-healthy fats. We like the combination of strawberries, peaches and cherries, but any sweet and tangy fruit combo will work.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1 1/2cupsfrozen strawberries1cupfrozen peachslices1cupunsweetened almond milk1/2cupreduced-fat plain strained (Greek-style)yogurt1/4cupfrozen dark sweetcherries3dried pitteddates2tablespoonschia seeds
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Ingredients
1 1/2cupsfrozen strawberries
1cupfrozen peachslices
1cupunsweetened almond milk
1/2cupreduced-fat plain strained (Greek-style)yogurt
1/4cupfrozen dark sweetcherries
3dried pitteddates
2tablespoonschia seeds
Directions
Place strawberries, peaches, almond milk, yogurt, cherries, dates and chia seeds in a blender. Process until smooth, about 30 seconds. Divide between 2 glasses and serve immediately.
Frequently Asked QuestionsYes! And in many cases,frozen fruit may contain more nutrientsthan fresh. As soon as a fruit is picked, it slowly starts losing nutrients. The fresh produce in your grocery store may have already been sitting for a week or more since being picked. Frozen fruit, on the other hand, is frozen at its peak, which helps maintain its nutrients. Freezing the fruit doesn’t change its carbohydrate, fat or protein content either, so in that respect, it’s essentially the same as fresh fruit. Look for frozen fruit with no added sugar or other additives.Chia seedsare tiny but mighty little packages full of nutrition. They’re a plant-based source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. They also provide calcium, iron and fiber. In just 2 tablespoons of chia seeds, you’ll get 10 grams of fiber—that’s about a third of your day’s worth! And we knowfiber has all kinds of health benefits, from a healthier gut to helping with weight management. Chia seeds are also loaded with antioxidants that help protect against inflammation, aging, heart disease and cancer.Almond milkis a good alternative for those who are allergic or sensitive to cow’s milk or who are vegan. In its purest form, almond milk lacks a lot of the nutrition cow’s milk has, but many companies fortify their almond milk with vitamins and minerals. And unless it also contains added protein, it won’t contain nearly as much as cow’s milk. For that reason, look for almond milk that has been fortified with protein, vitamins and minerals, and has no added sugar.Absolutely. This recipe calls for unsweetened almond milk, but you can replace it with another plant-based milk such as cashew milk or oat milk. Of course, if dairy is not a concern, you can use your favorite cow’s milk.You can, but we recommend sticking with the frozen fruit, which will keep your smoothie nice and cold and provide a thick and creamy texture. When we have a lot of fresh fruit on hand, we like to preparesmoothie freezer packsso they’re always at the ready.There are so many great recipes using chia seeds, including ourBerry Chia Seed PuddingandOvernight Quinoa Pudding. Keep your chia seeds as fresh as possible in an airtight container stored away from sunlight and in a cool, dry spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! And in many cases,frozen fruit may contain more nutrientsthan fresh. As soon as a fruit is picked, it slowly starts losing nutrients. The fresh produce in your grocery store may have already been sitting for a week or more since being picked. Frozen fruit, on the other hand, is frozen at its peak, which helps maintain its nutrients. Freezing the fruit doesn’t change its carbohydrate, fat or protein content either, so in that respect, it’s essentially the same as fresh fruit. Look for frozen fruit with no added sugar or other additives.
Chia seedsare tiny but mighty little packages full of nutrition. They’re a plant-based source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. They also provide calcium, iron and fiber. In just 2 tablespoons of chia seeds, you’ll get 10 grams of fiber—that’s about a third of your day’s worth! And we knowfiber has all kinds of health benefits, from a healthier gut to helping with weight management. Chia seeds are also loaded with antioxidants that help protect against inflammation, aging, heart disease and cancer.
Almond milkis a good alternative for those who are allergic or sensitive to cow’s milk or who are vegan. In its purest form, almond milk lacks a lot of the nutrition cow’s milk has, but many companies fortify their almond milk with vitamins and minerals. And unless it also contains added protein, it won’t contain nearly as much as cow’s milk. For that reason, look for almond milk that has been fortified with protein, vitamins and minerals, and has no added sugar.
Absolutely. This recipe calls for unsweetened almond milk, but you can replace it with another plant-based milk such as cashew milk or oat milk. Of course, if dairy is not a concern, you can use your favorite cow’s milk.
You can, but we recommend sticking with the frozen fruit, which will keep your smoothie nice and cold and provide a thick and creamy texture. When we have a lot of fresh fruit on hand, we like to preparesmoothie freezer packsso they’re always at the ready.
There are so many great recipes using chia seeds, including ourBerry Chia Seed PuddingandOvernight Quinoa Pudding. Keep your chia seeds as fresh as possible in an airtight container stored away from sunlight and in a cool, dry spot.
EatingWell.com, February 2024
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)247Calories7gFat41gCarbs10gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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