GRØN's Red Heat Recipe - A quick breakfast. A protein smoothie with chia seeds and plenty of cocoa and nuts

Chia seeds are also known as a treasure trove of nutrients.
Chia is a seed from the mint family, native to Central and South America.
Chia seeds are so nutritious that it is said that you can live on just chia seeds and water, making them a popular ingredient among boxers trying to lose weight and women on diets. Here we will introduce recipes using this ingredient.

Ingredients (for 2 glasses)
・Chia seeds: 1/4 cup ・Almond milk: 3/4 cup (You can also use cow's milk or soy milk if you prefer)
・Banana: 1 piece ・GRØN Protein Blend Red Heat : 20g
・1 teaspoon of cacao powder ・3-4 almonds ・Honey or maple syrup: to taste

<Recipe>
1.) Soak the chia seeds in water, mix well and leave in the refrigerator overnight.
2.) Add almond milk, chia seeds, and one banana to Red Heat Protein Blend and blend in a blender to create a shake.
3.) Pour the shake from step 2 into a glass.
4.) Crush the almonds and add them to the shake, leaving them crunchy.
5.) Top with cocoa powder.
6.) Finish by pouring maple syrup over the top.

Chia seeds, which contain omega-3 and dietary fiber, are a perfect match for Red Heat.
It lowers cholesterol and triglyceride levels and purifies the blood, which can also help improve skin and beauty.

It's also recommended as a replacement for mornings when you don't have much of an appetite, so please give it a try!

<GRØN products used>

Protein Blend Red Heat 20g / 320 yen (excluding tax)

Recipe by Takako Sato
Photos by Moeko Sawada