What seeds are best for smoothies?

Table of Contents:

1. What seeds are best for smoothies?
2. What Grains Can I put in a smoothie?
3. What nuts can you put in smoothies?
4. How do you spice up a smoothie?
5. What spices to add to a fruit smoothie?

What seeds are best for smoothies?

7 Superfood Seeds You Should Be Adding to All Your Smoothies

• Chia Seeds. PIN IT. Photo by Xinwei Zeng. ...
• Sesame Seeds. PIN IT. Photo by Xinwei Zeng. ...
• Sunflower Seeds. PIN IT. Photo by Xinwei Zeng. ...
• Hemp Hearts. PIN IT. Photo by Xinwei Zeng. ...
• Flaxseed. PIN IT. Photo by Xinwei Zeng. ...
• Pumpkin Seeds. PIN IT. ...
• Wheat Germ. PIN IT.

What Grains Can I put in a smoothie?

Oats, quinoa, or even more exotic grains like millet add a protein punch as well as fibre, and creaminess to smoothies. "Adding protein-packed ancient grains like millet, quinoa, and amaranth makes [it] a power smoothie," says mummy "messiah" and author of best-selling book, Mama Glow, Latham Thomas.

What nuts can you put in smoothies?

Nuts, nut butters and seeds “Most smoothies provide carbohydrates and protein but lack fat,” notes Taylor. “Fat helps slow your digestion, which will help you stay fuller longer.” Choose natural peanut or almond butter (all peanuts or almonds, no fillers), or add walnut halves to boost your omega-3 intake.

How do you spice up a smoothie?

It's easy to get stuck in a smoothie rut, though....

1. Cinnamon. Great with summer berries (like raspberries and blueberries) and cherries.
2. Cardamom. Gives smoothies a kick of exotic citrus-y flavor. ...
3. Ginger. Oh how I love ginger. ...
4. Dates. ...
5. Pumpkin. ...
6. Sweet Potato. ...
7. Avocado. ...
8. Coconut (Coconut Manna).

What spices to add to a fruit smoothie?

Spice up your smoothie with cinnamon, cardamom, or cayenne. Spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, cayenne pepper, and turmeric add a serious boost of flavor without added sugars or calories, giving tons of nutrients to your blended beverage.