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

  1. To a blender, add the fruit juice, coconut water, frozen or tinned pineapple, frozen or tinned mango, ice, and blue spirulina.
  2. Blend on medium until fruit and ice start to break down, then increase the speed to high and continue to blend until smooth.
  3. Enjoy!