Coffee and Oat Smoothie with Flaxseeds Recipe
A nutrient-packed vegan smoothie with coffee, oats, banana, almond milk, and flaxseeds for energy, fiber, and omega-3 power.
Ingredients
- Rolled oats – ½ cup
- Brewed coffee chilled – 1 cup
- Unsweetened almond milk – 1 cup
- Banana ripe, medium – 1
- Ground flaxseeds – 2 tbsp
- Maple syrup – 1 tbsp optional
- Vanilla extract – ½ tsp
- Cocoa powder – 1 tsp optional
- Ice cubes – 4–6
Instructions
- Add ½ cup rolled oats to blender.
- Pour in 1 cup chilled brewed coffee and 1 cup almond milk.
- Peel and add 1 ripe banana.
- Add 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds.
- Sweeten with 1 tbsp maple syrup if desired.
- Drop in ½ tsp vanilla extract.
- Sprinkle 1 tsp cocoa powder if using.
- Toss in 4–6 ice cubes.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into tall glasses and sip smugly.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 235
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 6 g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 18%
- Potassium: 17%
- Magnesium: 13%
- Iron: 9%
- Vitamin B6: 8%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use frozen banana chunks for extra thickness.
- Toast flaxseeds lightly before grinding for nutty flavor.
- Add cinnamon for warmth and depth.
- Swap almond milk with soy for higher protein.
- Sprinkle flax on top for garnish and crunch.