Mixed Berry Antioxidant Smoothie

This is the smoothie to make when you want something that tastes like a treat but still does your body good. A mix of strawberries, blueberries and raspberries gives it a deep color and plenty of natural sweetness.

Ground flaxseed adds a nutty note and heart-friendly omega-3s, and you can skip the honey entirely if your berries are sweet.

Why It’s Good for You

Berries are rich in vitamin C, fiber and anthocyanins, the plant compounds that give them their color. Flaxseed adds plant-based omega-3 fats, and the yogurt brings protein and calcium.

Mixed Berry Antioxidant Smoothie

Frozen berries, Greek yogurt and flaxseed blend into a thick, ruby-red smoothie that tastes like dessert and works as breakfast.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Drinks, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 130

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk)
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

• Blender

Method

 

1. Add the almond milk, Greek yogurt and vanilla to the blender.
2. Add the frozen berries, ground flaxseed and honey, if using.
3. Blend on high until thick and smooth, about 60 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
4. Taste, adjust sweetness, and serve right away.

Notes

Tips & swaps

• Use ground flaxseed, not whole seeds. Your body can’t absorb the nutrients from whole flaxseeds.
• Frozen is best. Frozen berries are picked ripe, cost less than fresh, and make the smoothie thick without watering it down with ice.
• Make it a bowl: use 1/2 cup milk instead of 1 cup and top with granola, sliced banana and a sprinkle of seeds.

Nutrition values are estimates based on the ingredients listed and will vary with brands and portion sizes.

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This recipe is for general information only and is not medical or dietary advice. If you have a health condition, food allergy or special diet, check with your doctor or a registered dietitian.