High Protein Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding Recipe – Perfect Meal Prep
Transform your morning routine with this protein-packed strawberry chia seed pudding that tastes like dessert but fuels your day.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes + chill time
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Refrigerated
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (optional)
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 3/4 cup chia seeds
Instructions
- Blend strawberries, banana, milk, Greek yogurt (if using), and protein powder until completely smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with maple syrup if needed.
- Measure out 3 cups of the smoothie base and pour into a large airtight container.
- Add 3/4 cup chia seeds and whisk thoroughly to combine evenly.
- Chill for at least 3 hours or overnight. Stir well before serving.
Notes
Use fresh chia seeds for best absorption. Stir again after 30 minutes of chilling to prevent clumps. Store up to 5 days in the fridge in airtight containers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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