What could be better than waking up to a fresh strawberry smoothie? This classic, simple recipe is a reminder that good food doesn’t have to be complicated.

FRESH STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE RECIPE

MAKES: 1 servings

INGREDIENTS:

3/4 cups first ferment water kefir

1 cup fresh strawberries, sub. frozen

1 banana

1/4 tsp vanilla

3/4 c coconut or milk yogurt

1 tsp honey, adjust to your taste

1 tbsp hemp seeds

1 tsp chia seeds

ice (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Make the first ferment and leave the jar in a warm place for 24-48 hours.

• Place all ingredients into a blender and blend on high speed until smooth

• Pour into a tall glass and enjoy immediately.

NEED TO KNOW:

Adjust honey depending on the sweetness of the strawberries. If they’re really ripe and sweet, you may not need honey at all.

Hemp and chia seeds are optional, but both a good sources of nutrition.

Strawberries are loaded with vitamin C and K and are one of the top 20 antioxidant foods.

Fermented coconut yogurt and fermented nut milk are great options to add to your smoothies.