Listen up, ladies: Strawberry Basil Smoothie with Chia Seeds is here to make your mornings fabulous and fiber-packed. Strawberries flirt, basil whispers, and chia seeds quietly flex omega-3s like tiny health divas. This smoothie screams sophistication while keeping calories polite, moods bright, and taste buds entertained. Blend it fast, sip it slowly, and feel smug because you just drank something both nutritious and Instagram-worthy. No boring breakfasts allowed. Chia seeds puff up, basil winks, and strawberries do all the flirty heavy lifting. Drink immediately, because waiting risks sad, gloopy disappointment nobody signed up for.
Strawberry Basil Smoothie with Chia Seeds
This Strawberry Basil Smoothie with Chia Seeds is creamy, refreshing, and packed with fiber, antioxidants, and plant-based goodness for your busy lifestyle.
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries – 1 cup hulled
- Fresh basil leaves – 6–8 leaves
- Chia seeds – 1 tbsp
- Almond milk – ½ cup unsweetened
- Maple syrup – 1–2 tsp optional
- Ice cubes – 4–5 cubes or frozen strawberries
- Lemon juice – ½ tsp optional for extra tang
Instructions
- Wash strawberries and basil leaves thoroughly.
- Hull strawberries and roughly chop for easy blending.
- Add strawberries, basil, almond milk, chia seeds, and maple syrup into blender.
- Optional: Add lemon juice for subtle brightness.
- Toss in ice cubes or frozen strawberries for chilled texture.
- Blend on high until smooth, creamy, and speckled with chia seeds.
- Taste-test and adjust sweetness or tang as desired.
- Pour into glasses, garnish with a basil leaf if feeling fancy.
- Serve immediately; chia seeds expand quickly, and soggy smoothies are tragic.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Vitamin C: 75%
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 8%
- Potassium: 9%
- Vitamin A: 5%
Additional Notes & Tips
- Soak chia seeds 5–10 minutes prior for smoother texture.
- Freeze strawberries for natural frosty consistency.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or ginger for a surprising zing.
- Use high-speed blender for creamy, luxurious texture.
- Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or mid-day energizer with sass.
