BLUE SPIRULINA SMOOTHIE
This blue spirulina smoothie without banana not only delicious and refreshing, but is also a great way to consume fruits and veggies outside of a meal and to get some added nutrients and health benefits. And if you’re looking for a smoothie that is made without bananas, this one is definitely for you.
THE BENEFITS OF BLUE SPIRULINA
Blue spirulina is a blue-green algae found in lakes and ponds. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, carotenoids, and protein. Studies have shown that blue spirulina may have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties, lower cholesterol, reduce blood pressure, help with anemia and more. Because blue spirulina has a neutral flavor, it’s great to add to smoothies, drinks & chia pudding for an extra nutritional boost.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE A BLUE SPIRULINA SMOOTHIE
- Fruit Juice of your choice: avoid artificial juices or tinned fruit syrup, opt for tinned fruit in juice.
- Coconut Water: for added nutrients and hydration.
- Ice: for texture and a thick consistency.
- Frozen or tinned Fruit: mango and pineapple helps to balance out the sweet flavor of the fruit juice.
- Blue Spirulina Powder:
Ingredients
- 1 cup Natural Fruit Juice – tip: use the juice from the tinned fruit if using tinned.
- 1 cup Coconut Water
- 1 cup Frozen or tinned Mango
- 1 cup Ice
- ½ cup Frozen or tinned Pineapple
- ½ tsp Blue Spirulina Powder
Instructions
- To a blender, add the fruit juice, coconut water, frozen or tinned pineapple, frozen or tinned mango, ice, and blue spirulina.
- Blend on medium until fruit and ice start to break down, then increase the speed to high and continue to blend until smooth.
- Enjoy!
