Cherry Chia Smoothie

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I’ll be the first to admit that I usually pass up cherries at the store because despite how delicious, juicy and sweet they are – they can be a lot of work. Though, if you’re willing to spend a couple extra minutes preparing the cherries, this Cherry Chia Smoothie will start your morning off with a smile on your face! It’s going to taste so decadent you’ll feel like you’re drinking a cherry pie – but without all the calories!

Cherry Chia Smoothie

Cherry Chia Smoothie
 
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Ingredients
  • Fresh cherries (stemmed and pitted), 1 cup
  • A scoop Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla
  • Chia Seeds, 1 tablespoon
  • Golden Flax Seed, 1 teaspoon
  • Hemp Hearts, 1 teaspoon
  • 6-8 icecubes
  • 8 oz. water
  • 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
Instructions
  1. Place all ingredients in your favorite high-speed blender and blend until well combined.

Preparation

Place all ingredients in your favorite high-speed blender and blend until well combined. This serving of cherries alone will provide you with 26% of your daily Vitamin A requirements and 17% of your daily Vitamin C requirements. Not only that, but cherries are thought to fight belly fat, reduce soreness after workouts, and provide relief from osteoarthritis pain. And, considering how sweet they are, it’s hard to believe a cup of cherries is only 51 calories! Enjoy!

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Servings: 1
Calories Per Serving: 288

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