Immunity-Boosting Elderberry Smoothie

This immunity-boosting smoothie is packed with antioxidants and vitamins to help keep you healthy during cold and flu season. Elderberries are a powerful antiviral and antibacterial fruit, and blueberries and raspberries are both high in antioxidants. Almond milk and water kefir provide probiotics to support a healthy gut microbiome, and chia seeds and almond butter add fiber and protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied.

I first came up with this recipe when I was feeling under the weather and wanted a healthy and delicious way to boost my immune system. I had some frozen elderberries in my freezer, and I knew that they were packed with antioxidants and vitamins. I also had some frozen blueberries and raspberries, so I added those to the mix. I then added some almond milk, water kefir, chia seeds, and almond butter for extra nutrition and flavor. The result was a delicious and refreshing smoothie that I felt helped me to feel better faster.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen elderberries
• 1 cup frozen blueberries
• 1 cup frozen raspberries
• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 1/4 cup water kefir
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1 teaspoon honey

Instructions

1. Combine all of the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator for later.

Why It Works

• Elderberries are a powerful antiviral and antibacterial fruit.
• Blueberries and raspberries are both high in antioxidants.
• Almond milk and water kefir provide probiotics to support a healthy gut microbiome.
• Chia seeds and almond butter add fiber and protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied.