This super foods power smoothie is full of healthy ingredients that will keep you energized throughout the day.
This super foods power smoothie is my daily breakfast. It’s very filling and so healthy. I like this smoothie so much that I used it to kick my morning caffeine habit. I used to look forward to coffee. Now I crave my smoothie.
May I talk about flax seed for a moment? One of the most common nutrition complaints I hear from people is that they don’t get enough fiber in their diet. Indeed, it can be quite difficult to get the recommended 20-35 grams per day, especially if you don’t eat a lot of fruits and veggies. 1 1/2 tablespoons of flax seed has 4 grams of fiber! That’s the same as eating a cup of brussels sprouts. In addition to containing fiber, flax seed has omega-3 essential fatty acids and lignans, which have antioxidant properties. There’s evidence that flax seed may help reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Adding flax seeds to a smoothie is a perfect way to incorporate natural, healthy fiber into your diet. I recently discovered roasted flax and prefer the flavor and texture over standard flax seed. But either will work fine.
This recipe is totally customizable. I like using almond milk and butter because almonds are another super food. But feel free to swap out the almond milk for soy or coconut (coconut milk tastes amazing with the other ingredients and is a healthy fat). Use any nut butter you prefer. You can also add more nut butter for decadence. I know a lot of people are squeamish about green smoothies, but I promise you won’t notice the kale. It’s so good for you and this is any easy way to fill your tummy and add nutrition. I freeze individual servings of banana and kale so I simply drop them into the blender. The kale chops up better when frozen.
Super Foods Power Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 frozen banana, chopped
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 1/2 tablespoon flax seed (I prefer roasted flax)
- optional: a handful of kale (preferably frozen)
- optional: 1/4-1/2 avocado
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender.
- Mix on low for 30 seconds to chop up the banana and begin incorporating ingredients.
- Blend on high to puree the smoothie. Blend until the flax seed are kale are broken down and the mixture is frothy.
Please read my full post for additional recipe notes, tips, and serving suggestions!
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Tutti Dolci (@Tutti_Dolci) says
I haven’t tried flax seed, but roasted flax sounds appealing. What a great breakfast item to have on rotation!
LaurenKellyNutrition says
I LOVE LOVE LOVE roasted flax too! This looks so yummy, thanks for sharing!
amypamensky says
This sounds Yummy. Another great way to switch this up is substitute mango for the banana. Mango and kale are a match made in heaven.
Kaitlyn says
I’m not much of a smoothie person but this looks great!
Colline says
The best is too use ground flax as the body is able to digest it better.
Moni says
This sounds delicious! I’ll give this one a try. Usually I don’t like breakfast smoothies because they fill me up a ton immediately (to the point I usually feel like I overate), but an hour later I’m starving.
Savory Simple says
The almond butter and flax are very filling. Sometimes if I want to give it an extra boost I add a scoop of Whey Protein Isolate.
Lisa Shapiro says
Jen, I added Flax Seeds (whole, unground, unroasted) to a green smoothie today and they are getting stuck in my teeth. Am I doing something wrong?
Jennifer Farley says
I recommend either using whole roasted flax or ground flax. I had the same problem with the raw flax. It’s… more toothsome. The roasted seeds are more brittle so they’ll break up better. And there’s never an issue with the ground flax. I have a VitaMix which will basically turn anything into a powder. You might just be happier with the ground version. You could try roasting what you already have so it doesn’t go to waste.
Mom Photographer says
I love it. I’m so gonna make it. These days I do not drink coffee which always was my breakfast. Now I make smoothies almost every morning and I’m happy when I find new recipes that I might like. I use flax seeds meal as it’s better absorb by our body, but never thought of putting it in the smoothie :)
thekalechronicles says
This is the second time in a week I have seen kale in a smoothie! Next time I have some in the house, some is going into the blender (perhaps into the freezer first per your instructions). Love all that almond flavor, too.
Cinnamin says
Looks delicious! And it is indeed healthy…I actually bought a whole pack of flax seeds during my pregnancy and didn’t really know what to do with it, so ended up sprinkling it over salad. I should get more and try this smoothie now.
Becky says
This sounds so good. I wonder if I can roast my own flax seeds. I have some, I might give it a try.
Kay aka Babygirl says
Thank you for this amazing smoothie recipe. I was looking for something that would be healthy but still give me enough fiber. Love this..
Suz says
This looks divine. I must try it. Thanks for sharing it.
jane says
The roasted flax sounds good! In the winter I can only drink smoothies after working out – I just can’t drink cold drinks, I need something warm!
Savory Simple says
Oh I hear you. I’m always cold and that’s the negative. I drink the smoothie while hiding under a thick blanket. You could always skip freezing the bananas and kale.
perrylupPerry says
Thanks. for this. I have been on a cleans for 2 weeks, and start my day with a similar smooth (Almond Milk, frozen fruit (mango, berries, whatever)…and, Kale -which you really don’t notice), ground flax seed. I have even added a bit of spinach sometimes. But..I haven’t been adding the nut butter – will definately try tomorrow morning!!
andy1076 says
Yummy! :) thank you so much for sharing :)