Jessa Seewald's video: Our Favorite Smoothie Recipe

Smoothies are a great breakfast item, and we sometimes make them for a quick lunch as well. This recipe is our own take on the classic “strawberry banana smoothie,” and it has become our go-to. A smoothie with only strawberries and bananas would lean heavy on the carbs and natural sugars, but would lack much of the good fats and proteins needed to make it a complete meal. For protein, we add in oats, yogurt and peanut butter. Yogurt is also packed with calcium and gut-healthy bacteria. Flaxseed and chia seeds are rich in fiber and omega-3’s as well as many other essential nutrients. Once blended in, the oats and chia start to expand and help to give the smoothie that perfectly thick texture. This smoothie is a powerhouse of goodness. Our Favorite Smoothie Recipe Feeds our family of 5 4 fresh bananas 4 cups frozen strawberries 1 cup plain yogurt 1/2 cup rolled oats 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp flax seeds 1 tbsp chia seeds 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup milk Blend all ingredients together. If too thick, add a splash more of milk. If too runny, throw in another handful of frozen strawberries. Optional: Serve topped with almonds and granola