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Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie

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Naturally packed full of protein, this Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie makes a really delicious and healthy snack for the whole family!

Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie. Naturally packed full of protein, this Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie makes a really delicious and healthy snack for the whole family!

Hi, it’s Ciara here from My Fussy Eater. It’s a delight to be back here on Super Healthy Kids sharing some ideas and recipes for picky eating families. This month I’m sharing one of my favourite and super nutritious smoothie recipes.

When it comes to making snacks for kids, we know that protein is key to keeping their little bellies full until mealtime. Meats, cheese and many pulses and beans are great sources of protein but these are usually the exact foods that picky eaters turn their noses up at.

In an attempt to get more protein into my daughter’s diet, one day I decided to add some cooked quinoa to my daughter’s smoothie and I was very pleasantly surprised with the results!

Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie. Naturally packed full of protein, this Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie makes a really delicious and healthy snack for the whole family!

 Quinoa is a “complete” protein source, meaning that it provides the majority of the essential amino acids our bodies need. This quinoa smoothie can add up to 8 grams of protein to a child’s diet. It is also an excellent source of fibre and iron and is gluten free.

In order to break the cooked quinoa down, this smoothie takes a bit more blending than a regular smoothie. After a couple of minutes the quinoa should be completely blitz leaving you with a delicious and smooth drink.

Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie. Naturally packed full of protein, this Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie makes a really delicious and healthy snack for the whole family!

I usually serve this smoothie as a snack but it would be a great addition to breakfast too. It would also be a really healthy post-workout snack for sporty teenagers. It’s certainly a lot more nutritious than artificial protein shakes.

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Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie

Naturally packed full of protein, this Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie makes a really delicious and healthy snack for the whole family!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 412kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
  • 2 cup milk
  • 2 cup Greek yogurt, vanilla
  • 4 cup raspberries
  • 2 cube ice

Instructions

  • Cook quinoa according to package directions; let cool.
  • Add all the ingredients to a blender and blitz until smooth (add more ice if needed). Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 412kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 105mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 24g
Keyword : Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie

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41 Comments

This looks great! I can’t wait to try it out on my selective eater! If I have already-cooked quinoa, how much would that be – about a cup? Thanks!

You’re probably not looking for the answer over a year later but someone else might, so… one cup uncooked quinoa makes about 3 cups cooked.

2 stars
It wasn’t good (to me) until I changed it a bit. I replaced the Greek yogurt to vanilla flavor, and added 1/2 tsp honey. I also froze raspberries and added 1/2c water to replace ice. The recipe itself is good as a base, but alone it taste like yogurt and quinoa.

4 stars
Made this with my cooking club, it was really good! We decided to add one tablespoon of honey, and a cap full of vanilla. It made it a lot more interesting!

my kids are just in love with this amazed smoothie. my kids and their friends really enjoyed whenever they visited our house. thank you for this one.

5 stars
Looks great! The recipe is quite simple and easy to prepare, added to the menu for this weekend. hope to enjoy the Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie with my family. Thanks and good day!

I love this smoothie recipe. This is really so amazing and tasty recipe of smoothie. Easy to make it at home, thank you for sharing this recipe.

5 stars
I love this smoothie recipe. SO easy to make it at home. Looking so delicious and tasty. I will surely try this at home and share my experience with you. Thank you for sharing it.

5 stars
Love this recipe, it is easy and so tasty!!! I just finished it last night and the result was unexpected, my wife and daughter both liked it, which made me happy. Thanks for your recipe

I will definitely be trying this…I need to put on some weight… I haven’t been eating as I should be due to time contraints… With this being quick and easy and a Complete meal…I think it’s a win win …

5 stars
this smoothie recipe is perfect for kids. i am grateful that i found it for my son, he will love it for it has raspberry in it xD

5 stars
Hello,
I’m Jackson, I’m a chef who loves food, I’m always interested in new foods. Raspberry Quinoa Smoothie is great! I just finished them tonight, taste is great and i had a great dinner with my little family. Thanks for your sharing.
Sincerely grateful!

4 stars
This looks great! I can’t wait to try it out on my selective eater! If I have already-cooked quinoa, how much would that be – about a cup? Thanks!