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Berry Blue Smoothie

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 A few weeks ago, I discovered this wonderful new-to-me grain called amaranth. (Oh how I love the bulk food bins at Whole Foods!) Amaranth is a tiny grain with a shape and flavor similar to quinoa. With 6 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber per 1/4 cup, it may just become the next a new super food. Plus, it can be a great source of protein for vegetarians. Amaranth is also gluten-free so it can serve as a grain alternative for those sensitive to that protein.

Berry Smoothie 3.

In my quest for recipes on how to best cook it, I found out that it can be popped like popcorn! How cool is that? After watching a youtube video or two on the process, as well as burning a few batches, I finally got the hang of it. All you do is toss about a tablespoon of amaranth grains into a hot pan, cover, and shake. They should start popping almost immediately if you have your pan at the right temperature. (I found that getting the temperature right was the trickiest part of learning to pop.) The popped grains make a fun alternative to puffed rice cereal. As you’ll see, I topped my smoothie in a bowl with some!

Classic Mixed Berry Smoothie

Speaking of smoothies, I made this berry one up last week when I accidentally dropped my bowl of oats on the floor. (Score: Deb 0, Honey 1) In need of a new super-fast breakfast, I whipped up a berry smoothie. Over this long cold winter, I had forgotten how delicious they are and made another one over the weekend. Since I didn’t have to take it in the car with me, I poured it into a bowl and topped with some of my popped amaranth. Delicious! 

Berry smoothie in a bowl

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Berry Blue Smoothie

  • Prep Time: 5
  • Total Time: 5
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A classic mixed berry smoothie – a healthy breakfast perfect for on-the-go! Packed with heart healthy antioxidants and omega 3.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup frozen mixed berries
  • 1 banana
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients into a blender and process on high until smooth. Enjoy as is or pour into a bowl and top with your favorite nuts, seeds, or coconut flakes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1

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  1. Alex Caspero MA,RD (@delishknowledge) says

    February 27, 2014 at 9:39 pm

    This bowl looks delicious! I don’t know if I have ever cooked amaranth but I am definitely intrigued. I usually top my smoothies with buckwheat groats butI will have to try amaranth next time!

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