Strawberry Chia Smoothie Bowl
Why this recipe works
- Fast breakfast: Everything comes together in a blender, making it a practical option for a quick morning meal or snack.
- Thick and spoonable: Greek yoghurt and banana give the bowl a creamy base, while chia seeds add gentle thickening and texture.
- Balanced fruit flavour: A squeeze of lemon sharpens ripe strawberries and helps balance the sweetness of banana and optional honey.
Get the most out of this recipe
Texture tips
- Keep it thick: Use less milk if the strawberries are especially juicy, adding more only if the blender needs help moving.
- For a smoother finish: Let the chia seeds sit briefly after stirring so they soften slightly without making the bowl too dense.
Ingredient notes
- Use ripe fruit: Ripe strawberries and banana give the best natural sweetness and a fuller fruit flavour.
- Adjust the citrus: Use lemon when the bowl tastes too sweet or flat; lime gives a softer citrus note.
Make-ahead tips
- Best served fresh: The bowl has its best texture immediately after blending, before the chia seeds continue to thicken.
- If storing leftovers: Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 day and stir well before eating.
Serving ideas
- Add crunch: Top with granola, seeds, nuts, or sliced fresh fruit just before serving.
- Serve in a shallow bowl: A wider bowl makes the thick smoothie easier to eat with a spoon and leaves room for toppings.
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Hull the strawberries and peel the banana, then add both to a blender with the greek yogurt and whole milk. Blend until smooth and thick, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste, then blend in the honey and a squeeze of lemon, if using, to sharpen the fruit and balance sweetness. Keep the mixture thick enough to eat with a spoon.
- Pour into a bowl and stir in the chia seeds until well distributed. Rest for 2 minutes, then serve immediately.
Recipe notes
Tips
- If your strawberries are very juicy, use slightly less whole milk to keep the bowl spoonable.
- For a smoother finish, let the chia seeds sit in the bowl for 3 to 4 minutes before serving.
Substitutions
- Replace the honey with agave syrup for a lighter sweetness.
- Replace the lemon with lime for a softer, floral citrus note.
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 1 days
- Best served straight away. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container for up to 1 day; stir well before eating as the chia seeds will continue to thicken.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 1 bowls
- Total time: 10min (10min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Fusion
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