One cup of fresh strawberries, one frozen banana, one tablespoon of chia seeds, one cup of almond milk. Into the blender. Smooth and creamy. Pour and drink.
The frozen banana is what makes it thick without ice. The chia seeds disappear into the blend but add fibre and a slight nuttiness. Four ingredients, one step, done before the coffee brews. This is the kind of spring morning smoothie we make without thinking twice.
Tips for Making Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Freeze the banana ahead of time
Peel, break into chunks, and freeze overnight in a bag. A frozen banana blends thicker and creamier than a fresh one with ice. 
If your banana is not frozen, add a handful of ice to the blender. The texture will be thinner but still drinkable.
Soak the chia seeds if you want them smoother
Chia seeds blend into a smoothie in about thirty seconds, but if you want no texture at all, soak them in a tablespoon of water for ten minutes first.
Unsoaked chia seeds give a slight crunch. Some people prefer this. It is a matter of texture, not flavour.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie with Chia Seeds
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This refreshing smoothie combines fresh strawberries, frozen banana, and chia seeds for a nutritious and energizing start to your day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup almond milk
Instructions
- Combine strawberries, banana, chia seeds, and almond milk in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
Chia seeds are a great source of essential fatty acids, protein, and soluble fiber. Soaking them in water before blending helps them integrate smoothly into the smoothie. This smoothie is perfect for a quick breakfast or a refreshing snack. You can substitute almond milk for coconut milk if preferred.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 0
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use regular milk instead of almond milk?
Yes. Any milk works: whole, oat, coconut, soy. Almond milk keeps it light. Whole dairy milk makes it richer. The smoothie is forgiving.
Can I make this the night before?
You can blend and refrigerate overnight, but the texture thickens as the chia seeds absorb liquid. Give it a stir or add a tablespoon of milk before drinking.
Can I add protein powder?
Yes. One scoop of vanilla or unflavoured protein powder blends in without changing the taste. Add it with the other ingredients before blending.
SOOO refreshing first thing in the morning!!
I froze the banana overnight and the thickness was noticeable compared to using fresh banana and ice. The almond milk I used was unsweetened vanilla, plenty of sweetness for me without any added sugar. Peak-season strawberries from my market brought the fruit flavour forward.
Four ingredients and it’s a solid one, though for my taste the banana dominates. I pulled back to half a banana and doubled the strawberries, which opened up the fruit flavour I was missing. Still drinks thick with frozen banana. The chia seeds blend right in.
Hi Brady, can I add Matcha Green Tea powder to this smoothie? Thanks.
Hi Could you please confirm the amount of coconut milk required as the measurements (ie 1/3 cup or 160ml) are conflicting? Thx heaps!
If you could write down the most important thing which is how much there is in it per 100g ………………..
Sigh.
If you google “how long to soak chia seeds before eating” you find the resulting consensus to be TEN minutes. By doing so the chia seeds then open their nutritional benefits more readily for consumption either for baking or smoothie use.
How long do you soak the chia seeds?
I love this recipe! My mom and I just started to use chia seeds. We started off putting them in our morning Boost shake. It wasn’t “bad”, but I wanted to find another way to take it. I then realized that the texture of the chia seeds reminded me of a strawberry smoothie. I looked up the recipe and I am enjoying right as I am typing this. Thanks! I am going to look up other smoothies to make.
hey, great idea! how long do u soak the chia seeds? just few minutes or over night? thanks!
Hi Brady, I am with you on it being a winning breakfast. I love smoothies for breakfast or lunch. Thanks for the tips on both the books and chia seeds. The chia seeds sound like something to look into.