Quick Energy-Boosting Chia Seed Smoothie
A refreshing, protein-packed smoothie with chia seeds and avocado to stabilize blood sugar and combat fatigue. This Whole30 recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, blends avocado, unsweetened coconut water, chia seeds into a quick blender drink — a fast breakfast, a pre-workout pour, or an afternoon energy boost, with nothing to wash up but the pitcher. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 1, so it works as a grab-and-go breakfast, a post-gym refuel, or a snack that holds you to the next meal. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut water
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 cup fresh mint
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- pinch sea salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1/2 ripe avocado (pitted and peeled), 1 cup unsweetened coconut water, 2 tbsp chia seeds, 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, and 1 tbsp lime juice into a blender. Add a pinch of sea salt.
- Step 2: Blend on low for 30 seconds, then increase to high speed for 1 minute until completely smooth with no visible chia seeds or mint pieces.
- Step 3: Pour into a glass and consume immediately for maximum freshness and nutrient absorption.
