Healthy Recipe of the Week

Most of the recipes I’ve posted recently have been food. So, here is a drink recipe to spice (or sweeten) things up!

Note, you can prepare this recipe as a smoothie bowl by creating a thicker consistency (blend less) and eating with a spoon.

Peanut Butter, Banana, and Chia Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1 medium Ripe Banana (peeled, chopped, and frozen)
• 2 tablespoons Peanut Butter
• 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds
• 3/4 cup Milk (plant-based or dairy)
• 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
• 1/2 cup Ice Cubes
• 1 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder (*optional)

Directions

In a blender, add banana, peanut butter, chia seeds, milk, maple syrup, and ice cubes. Blend on high until mixture is smooth and creamy. Pause blender to scrape sides, as needed. Serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers.

*Add a scoop of chocolate protein powder for a chocolatey twist and extra protein!

Yields: 1 serving

Preparation Time: 30 minutes or less

Nutrition Information

Per Serving: 520 Calories | 23g Fat | 6g Saturated Fat | 0g Trans Fat | 15mg Cholesterol | 210mg Sodium | 61g Carbohydrates | 7g Fiber | 44g Sugar | 16g Protein

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reference

Fred Meyer. (n.d.) Peanut butter, banana and chia seed smoothie. My Magazine, P.25