Heart-Healthy Creamy Smoothie Base

Elevate your morning routine with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Smoothie Base, a nutrient-packed blend designed to support cardiovascular wellness while delivering irresistible creaminess. With a base of unsweetened almond milk and a combination of potassium-rich banana and avocado, this recipe offers heart-friendly ingredients in every sip. Chia seeds and ground flaxseed add a punch of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, promoting digestion and heart health, while unsweetened Greek yogurt provides a creamy texture and a protein boost. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile smoothie base serves as the perfect canvas for your favorite fruits, greens, or toppings. Whether enjoyed on its own or customized to suit your taste, this wholesome recipe is a refreshing way to prioritize your health while starting the day off right.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 large banana
• 0.5 medium avocado
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
• 0.5 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
• 4 pieces ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

1. Start by peeling the banana and slicing it into chunks. This will make it easier for blending.

Step 2

2. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out half of the avocado into your blender.

Step 3

3. Add 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk to the blender. Almond milk is a lower-calorie alternative to dairy and is great for heart health.

Step 4

4. Add the banana slices and avocado to the blender. Both are rich in potassium, which is beneficial for maintaining healthy blood pressure levels.

Step 5

5. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of chia seeds and 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed. These seeds are high in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, promoting heart health and digestion.

Step 6

6. Add 0.5 cup of unsweetened Greek yogurt to the blender for creaminess and an extra protein boost.

Step 7

7. To keep the smoothie cool and refreshing, add 4 ice cubes.

Step 8

8. Secure the lid on your blender and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, with no chunks remaining. This should take about 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.

Step 9

9. Stop the blender and taste your smoothie. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add a bit more almond milk until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 10

10. Once blended to your satisfaction, pour the smoothie base into serving glasses. You can enjoy it as is or use it as a base to customize with your favorite fruits or greens.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(712.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	448.4

Total Fat 21.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 6.0mg	0%
Sodium 198.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 19.0g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 652.4mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 1159.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 42.5%