Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

By Taste of Lime

This breakfast smoothie has everything you need to get through the morning. It’s full of flavor and packed with beneficial nutrients such as one cup of blueberries. These little berries are rich in antioxidants and provide 24% of the recommended daily value of vitamin C. They’re also high in vitamin K and dietary fiber, according to Cleveland Clinic. As one of the healthiest fruits you can eat, they make an ideal choice for a smoothie. For this recipe, I like to use frozen berries for a cool drink, eliminating the need for ice which can weaken the flavor.

Plain Greek yogurt forms the base along with a little milk. Bananas are a good source of potassium and add a creaminess to the smoothie as well as a great flavor. The addition of a few walnuts, rolled oats, and ground flaxseed provide a nutrient boost that makes this smoothie taste more satisfying. It gives it a little texture and contributes to the overall health benefits with omega-3 fats, protein, and fiber.

Our blueberry smoothie makes a great breakfast or a snack in between meals. It’s also good if you’re in a hurry and want to take your breakfast with you.

Tips

To get the most health benefits from flaxseed, it needs to be ground.

Finely grind the oats and nuts in a blender. They won’t break down completely, but they do add body and texture to the smoothie. Then add the rest of the ingredients.

Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

Servings: 1
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Ingredients

2 tablespoons uncooked old-fashioned oats
4 walnut halves
1/2 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup milk
1 cup frozen blueberries (see note)
1 ripe banana, peeled and sliced
1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
1 teaspoon honey

Directions

Place the oats and walnuts in a blender and process until finely ground. Add in the rest of the ingredients and blend on high until smooth, about 60 seconds. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

Note: While frozen berries are preferred, fresh berries will work well too. It just won’t be as cold.