Strawberry Chia Seed Smoothie (Vegan, Gluten Free)
Strawberry Chia Seed Smoothie (V+GF): A cool, refreshing and super thick strawberry smoothie that tastes just like a strawberry fruit popsicle! Vegan and Gluten Free.
When I was a little kid, I used to think that summer school was just an excuse to get all of us youngin’s wrangled into one place, so the adults could go party. Or vacay, or whatever fun things they were doing (like eating big bags of chips in their pajamas and watching cartoons).
Well, I thought knew that summer school was just their way of making us do more un-fun things. Again, I was quite the trusting child. But, no matter what, summer could not be ruined—by fake school, or those stuffy classrooms full of chalk—as long as there were popsicles. And especially, if there were…
STRAWBERRY POPSICLES.
You know the ones I’m talking about! They tasted like fruit made into sugar, made into popsicles. They tasted the way strawberries looked like they tasted in cartoons (with perfectly bright green stems and carefully placed seeds). There was just something special about biting into one of those strawberry popsicles.
Especially after a long day of inhaling chalk dust and cooking on that summer asphalt.
But wait! What could this legendary, spoken only in hushed tones Strawberry Popsicle (that deserves it’s own capitalization, even!) have to do with my Strawberry Chia Seed Smoothie?
I’m so happy you asked! Well, when I started blending this baby up (scary visual…), my goal was to make a smoothie that was healthy, refreshing, and easy to make. Now, don’t fret, it’s still all of these things.
But the thing is, when I popped a straw into one of these babies (hmm…) and took a testing sip, I suddenly became seven years old again. Gently roasting in my oversized shoes, glasses askew, wholly awkward and unsure of everything.
Everything except this Strawberry Popsicle Strawberry Chia Seed Smoothie.
That’s how yum-tastic this is. Yep, even enough to warrant the use of a word such as “yum-tastic.” Even that. 😉
So, what do you think? Are ya kinda over doing whatever you’re doing right now? Whether it’s gently melting into a puddle in your office chair… or drifting off during a lecture about whatchamacallit?
If that sounds about right, check out this strawberry deliciousness. Here are a few spectacular features of my Strawberry Chia Seed Smoothie. It’s:
- tasty like a strawberry popsicle
- super quick and easy to make
- made of just 4 ingredients
- cool and refreshing, as promised
- vegan and gluten free
- as fun as watching cartoons, kinda
- healthy, of course!
Strawberry lovers, gather ‘round, wear your strawberry pajamas proudly and get all of your strawberry-shaped stickers and other fun stuff ready, we’re gonna have some fun!
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Strawberry Chia Seed Smoothie (Vegan, Gluten Free)
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 2 smoothies 1x
Description
Strawberry Chia Seed Smoothie (V+GF): A cool, refreshing and super thick strawberry smoothie that tastes just like a strawberry fruit popsicle! Vegan and delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 1/2 cups almond milk, divided
- 2 medium bananas, sliced and frozen
- 2 1/2 cups frozen strawberries
Instructions
- In a small bowl, add chia seeds and ½ cup of almond milk. Give it a good whisk, until thoroughly combined. Cover and let set in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
- Add bananas and the remaining 1 cup of almond milk to a blender. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
- Add strawberries, blending until mostly smooth. Don’t worry—adding the chia seed milk later on will help blend it smooth.
- Take the chia seed mixture out of the fridge—it should have thickened to a gel-like consistency. Give it another good whisk. Using a rubber spatula or spoon, scrape the chia seed mixture out of the cup and into the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into cups, and enjoy immediately!
Notes
– Recipe adapted from my Mango Chia Seed Smoothie.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Category: Vegan, Smoothie
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Yep, Mango Lovers can rejoice! There’s a mango version of this bad boy here: Mango Chia Seed Smoothie (Vegan).
How’s about some snacks for your smoothie? Try my perfectly chewy, perfectly portable No Bake Oatmeal Raisin Granola Bars (Vegan, Gluten Free). Yep, they taste just like oatmeal cookies. 😉
What’s your favorite childhood summer treat?
I can’t wait to hear your responses.
Thank you for the recipe. This is similar to my morning smoothie that I drink daily. Instead of banana I use plain Greek yogurt. Raw honey can be added if you like the extra sweetness. I use organic frozen fruits. When I have the time, I cut the fresh fruits and leave in the freezer overnight. There are so many flavors that you can alternate. Few of my favorites are Mango and Pinapple, Green Apple and Pear, Peach, Strawberry and Raspberry.
Recently I read about the benefits of chia seed so I wanted some idea of how to incorporate it into my smoothie. This recipe is perfect.
Personally I blend the fruits until smooth before adding the soaked chia seed. I mix the chia seeds versus blending it smooth with the fruits. This gives the smoothie more texture.
I have to try the popsicle this weekend .
Love the beautiful pictures btw.
This was delicious. A perfect lunch substitute on a hot day!!!
Woohoo!! So glad to hear you enjoyed it, Crystal! Thanks for reporting back. 🙂
I didn’t have to go to summer school until I was in college and I was attempting to be a responsible “adult” by getting more credits out of the way. I use the term “adult” loosely. In fact, I still use the term adult loosely when describing myself. Which is probably why this strawberry smoothie is speaking to me. Pink and strawberry flavored for the kid in me, chia seeds for the “adult” 🙂 BTW – these photos are amazing!
I love to add a little chia seeds to my smoothies too! Strawberries & banana is one of my favorite combo for a sweet smoothie in the morning! Cheers lady.
Chia seeds are the best! 🙂 Thanks Rahul!
Yea – I felt the same way about summer school – until snack time 🙂 But we didn’t have strawberry Popsicles! What kinda of school was I going to?!? I have to make up for lost time by making several of these smoothies – they are SO gorgeous!
Right?? How’d I know you’d feel the same way? ‘) Guess you could call us both kids at heart. <3 Good point! Let me know how you like it if you do. Thanks Megan! 🙂