Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
– ½ cup rolled oats
– 1 banana
– 1 cup almond milk (or your preferred milk)
– ½ cup plain yogurt (Greek or regular)
– 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
– 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional)
– Ice cubes (optional, for a thicker consistency)
Instructions
Creating a delicious blueberry oatmeal smoothie is very straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: If using fresh blueberries, wash them thoroughly. Peel the banana and cut it into chunks for easier blending.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a blender, add the blueberries, oats, banana, and yogurt.
3. Add Liquid: Pour in the almond milk. This will help with blending and create a smooth texture.
4. Sweeten Your Smoothie: If desired, add the honey or maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness.
5. Add Optional Ingredients: Fold in chia seeds for added nutritional benefits and ice cubes for a chill.
6. Blend: Blend on high for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
7. Taste Test: Taste your smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed. If it’s too thick, add a splash more almond milk.
8. Serve Immediately: Pour your smoothie into a glass, and if you like, top it with a few additional blueberries or a sprinkle of oats.
9. Enjoy: Grab a straw and enjoy your nutritious breakfast!
These steps ensure you’ll have a quick, delicious, and healthy blueberry oatmeal smoothie ready to go.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: If you want a protein boost, add a scoop of your favorite protein powder or a tablespoon of nut butter.