Description
A nutritious and easy-to-make oats smoothie perfect for weight loss, combining the fiber of oats with the natural sweetness of banana and the creaminess of almond or oat milk. This smoothie supports digestion and keeps you full longer, making it ideal for a healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
- 1 whole banana (optional, cut into smaller chunks and frozen)
Liquids
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or oat milk (homemade or organic preferred)
- 1/2 cup water
Seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt or Potassium Lite Salt
Instructions
- Prepare Oats: Add the rolled oats to your blender and blend or pulse until they become mostly powdered or finely ground. This helps create a smooth texture for the smoothie.
- Add Banana: Add the banana chunks to the blender. If using frozen banana, ensure they are cut into smaller slices or pieces for easier blending.
- Add Liquids and Salt: Pour in the unsweetened almond or oat milk along with water, and add the sea salt or Potassium Lite Salt to balance the flavors.
- Blend Smooth: Blend all ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency by adding more water or milk if needed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a thicker smoothie, use frozen banana chunks.
- Choose unsweetened, organic plant-based milk to avoid added sugars and oils.
- Adjust the amount of water or milk to get your desired smoothie thickness.
- Optional: Add a scoop of plant-based protein powder for extra protein boost.
- This smoothie is naturally gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (approx. 12 oz)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 115 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
