Chia-Berry Shake - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Recipe by Janie Hoffman
As thick and smooth as a milk shake, this berry freeze actually gets its creaminess from chia and avocado, not milk and ice cream. Using frozen berries keeps the drink icy cold (and allows you to make it when berries are out of se
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons black or white chia seeds
- 1 cup purified water
- 2 cups frozen mixed berries (such as blackberries, strawberries, blueberries, and marionberries), plus more for garnish (optional)
- Pinch of ground cardamom
- 1 cup plain unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar or honey
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 Hass avocado
Instructions
- In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together the chia seeds and water and let stand for about 20 minutes. (Makes about 1 1/8 cups chia gel.)
- Place the chia gel, frozen berries, cardamom, almond milk, agave nectar, vanilla, and avocado in a blender. Cover and blend on high until thick and creamy.
- Pour into two glasses. Garnish with additional berries and serve immediately.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey, Chia Seeds, Agave.
Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...
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