Kiwi, Banana, and Chia Smoothie

Chia is the ancient Mayan word for" “strength”. They are high in protein and almost the entire carbs in them are actually fiber. They are also rich in omega-3s which is “good fat”. They are a great source of antioxidants too!! Obviously banana and kiwi are also good sources of antioxidants and their natural sweetness enhances the taste of this smoothie.

A one-ounce (28 grams) serving of chia seeds contains:

• Fiber: 11 grams.

• Protein: 4 grams.

• Fat: 9 grams (5 of which are omega-3s).

• Calcium: 18% of the daily requirement.

• Manganese: 30% of the daily requirement

• Magnesium: 30% of the daily requirement

• Phosphorus: 27% of the daily requirement

• They also contain a decent amount of zinc, vitamin B3 (niacin), potassium, vitamin B1 (thiamine) and vitamin B2.

Recipe:

Ingredients: ( 1 Glass Serving)

• 1 cup of coconut milk/ almond milk (even normal dairy milk also works).

• 2-3 kiwis.

• 1 large ripe banana.

• 2-3 tbsp of chia seeds

• 2 tbsp of honey (optional)

Method:

Soak the chia seeds in half a cup of milk and add 1 tbsp, honey. You can skip the honey if you want. Let it rest for 10 minutes. Now stir the mix and refrigerate overnight or for four hours.

By morning the chia seed mixture will get a thick jelly-like consistency. Now pour it in a glass or bowl (

keep 1 tbsp chia mixture separate). Layer some granola or cornflakes over it.

Blend the kiwis, banana, 1/2 cup milk, 1 tbsp of the chia mixture, and honey together. Pour this over the granola.

Top your smoothie with some granola, freshly cut kiwi and banana slice.