Description
This Spirulina Smoothie is a nutrient-packed and refreshing drink that is perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Frozen Banana:
- 1 large Frozen Banana (peeled, cut in chunks, and frozen the day before)
Frozen Mango:
- 1/2 cup Frozen Mango (or frozen pineapple)
Ripe Avocado:
- 1/2 Ripe Avocado (cored)
Baby Spinach:
- 1/2 cup Baby Spinach (0.7 oz)
Almond Milk:
- 1 – 1 1/4 cup Almond Milk (or plant-based milk of choice)
Spirulina Powder:
- 1 teaspoon Spirulina Powder (green spirulina or use blue spirulina for a neutral, no fishy flavor)
Hemp Seeds:
- 1 tablespoon Hemp Seeds (or chia seeds)
Maple Syrup:
- 1–2 teaspoons Maple Syrup (or a pinch of stevia powder)
Vanilla Extract:
- 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender, add all the ingredients in the order listed above, starting with 1 cup of almond milk. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- If it’s difficult to blend, add more almond milk, up to 1/2 cup extra.
- Taste and adjust, adding more sweetener for a sweeter smoothie or a few ice cubes for a frothier texture. Blend again to combine after each addition and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can customize this smoothie by adding your favorite protein powder for an extra boost.
- Feel free to experiment with different fruits or greens to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Modern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: Approximately 300 kcal
- Sugar: Approximately 20g
- Sodium: Approximately 150mg
- Fat: Approximately 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 35g
- Fiber: Approximately 8g
- Protein: Approximately 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spirulina Smoothie, Healthy Smoothie, Plant-based Breakfast, Nutrient-Packed Drink