Green smoothies are all the rage, and are that much better with the addition of chia seeds. They are a great way to get a bold dose of veggies, fiber, and nutrients in a healthy, convenient, low‐calorie way. Recipe and photo from Chia: The Complete Guide to the Ultimate Superfood* by Wayne Coates, PhD.
Chia Green Super Smoothie
Author: Wayne Coates
Recipe type: Green Smoothie
Cuisine: Raw / Healthy
Prep time:
Total time:
Serves: 1 to 2
Green smoothies are a great way to get a bold dose of veggies, fiber, and nutrients in a healthy, convenient, low‐calorie way.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1½ cups pear juice, coconut water, water, or a mixture
- 3 romaine lettuce or kale leaves
- 1 small cucumber, peeled
- 1 to 2 parsley sprigs
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender and liquefy using the most powerful setting. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into 1 to 2 glasses and enjoy immediately.
- Here are more of VegKitchen’s recipes for green smoothies.
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3 Comments
Claudia Parker
September 23, 2014 at 6:13 pmDoes the chia seeds dissolve in the stomach for the property inside the seed?
Nava
September 24, 2014 at 11:29 amClaudia, I think I know what you’re getting at, and the answer is yes; chia seeds don’t need to be ground like flaxseeds in order to reap the benefits. Though using them ground is perfectly OK, too. Just make sure to use them with plenty of liquid!
Crystal
April 5, 2015 at 5:32 pmyou can also soak chia seeds in a small amount of water and they will create a gel that mixes easier!