High-Fiber Chia Smoothie

Jul 21, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy, high-fiber smoothie with frozen banana and chia seeds for fiber and texture, blended with milk and ice for a refreshing drink.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
1.0 tbsp (15.0 g)chia seeds
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
1.0pinch fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender first.
Add the frozen banana and chia seeds.
Add the ice cubes.
Blend on low speed for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check the consistency and add 1–2 tablespoons of additional milk if too thick, or a few more ice cubes if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use plant-based milk for a dairy-free version. For thicker texture, freeze banana slices before blending.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make high-fiber chia smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make high-fiber chia smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A creamy, high-fiber smoothie with frozen banana and chia seeds for fiber and texture, blended with milk and ice for a refreshing drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

297 Calories / serving

11.1g Fat

42.6g Carbs

9.8g Protein

23.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~297 cal · 11g fat · 43g carbs · 10g protein · 24g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 297 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 56 min·3.3 mi·~6550 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 40 min·2.0 mi·~4000 steps
Moderate cycling 30 min·6.0 mi
Swimming laps 42 min
Jogging 29 min·2.4 mi·~4650 steps
Stair climbing 27 min·~2450 steps
Dancing 48 min
Bodyweight circuit training 30 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 69 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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