A filling, delicious and protein-rich healthy breakfast smoothie made with quinoa and mixed berries- YUM! 

Quinoa & Mixed Berry Smoothie

Prep time: 5 mins

Cook time: 15 mins

Total time: 20 mins
Serves: 2
Dietary preferences: Vegetarian, Nut-free, Gluten-free

Ingredients:

• 250ml low-fat milk
• 100g low-fat plain yoghurt
• 1 medium banana, frozen
• 250g frozen mixed berries
• 35g quinoa (equivalent to 100g cooked)
• 1 tsp chia seeds
• 2 tsp pure maple syrup

Method:

1. To cook the quinoa, place the quinoa and 160 ml water in a small saucepan and bring to the boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
 
2. Place all the ingredients in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.
 
3. To serve, pour into a glass or jar and enjoy!