Drink

Anti-Inflammatory Cherry-Spinach Smoothie

Creamy kefir blends with tart cherries and silky avocado, while ginger and almond butter lend warmth and richness. Chia seeds add a gentle crunch that lingers with every sip.

Recipe and photo by EatingWell, shared here with credit. View the Original

Anti-Inflammatory Cherry-Spinach Smoothie
Total
5 min
Prep
5 min
Serves
1

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
410
Protein
17g
Carbs
47g
Fat
20g
Fiber
10g
Sugar
33g
Sodium
169mg

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain low-fat kefir
  • 1 cup frozen cherries
  • 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves
  • 1/4 cup mashed ripe avocado
  • 1 tbsp salted almond butter
  • 1 (1/2 inch) piece peeled ginger
  • 1 tsp chia seeds, plus more, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place kefir in a blender. Add cherries, spinach, avocado, almond butter, ginger and chia seeds; puree until smooth. Pour into a glass; garnish with more chia seeds, if desired.