Banana, Chia, and Oat Power Smoothie

Here’s a delicious and nutritious Banana, Chia, and Oat Power Smoothie recipe — perfect for breakfast, post-workout, or a healthy snack:

🥤 Banana, Chia, and Oat Power Smoothie

🕒 Time:

• Prep: 5 min

• Soak time (optional): 10–15 min for creamier texture

🍽️ Servings:

• 1 large or 2 small smoothies

🧾 Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana (frozen for extra creaminess)

• 2 tbsp rolled oats

• 1 tbsp chia seeds

• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

• 1 cup milk (any kind — almond, oat, dairy, etc.)

• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)

• 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness)

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

• A few ice cubes (optional, for thicker texture)

🔄 Optional Add-ins:

• 1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter

• 1 scoop protein powder

• 1/4 tsp turmeric + pinch of black pepper

• Handful of spinach (you won’t taste it, but it adds nutrients!)

🥣 Instructions:

1. (Optional) Soak oats & chia seeds:
   Combine oats, chia seeds, and milk in the blender. Let sit for 10–15 minutes to soften oats and thicken the texture.

2. Blend:
   Add banana, yogurt, cinnamon, vanilla, sweetener (if using), and ice. Blend on high until smooth.

3. Serve:
   Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately. Or refrigerate for up to 6 hours — stir before drinking.

⚡ Health Benefits:

• Chia seeds: Fiber, omega-3s, and protein

• Oats: Sustained energy from complex carbs

• Banana: Potassium and natural sweetness

• Yogurt: Probiotics and protein