This Spirulina Smoothie is a great choice for a quick and easy breakfast! It is loaded with nutrients and is also vegan and gluten-free!
SPIRULINA SMOOTHIE RECIPE
Wondering what spirulina is? It is a blue-green algae that is commonly used as a source of vegan protein. It contains a number of nutrients such as B vitamins, vitamn E and also beta-carotene.
Spirulina has quite a unique taste, which many people aren't a fan of when consuming. But to counter act that taste, we've paired it with some delicious ingredients that help to mask that unique taste so you can still take advantage of all the benefits it has to offer.
If you are a smoothie fan, you need to check out our matcha smoothie bowl or this delicious looking Strawberry Glaze Smoothie.
INGREDIENTS IN A SPIRULINA SMOOTHIE
banana - Make sure the bananas are peeled, sliced, and frozen.
pineapple -Make sure the pineapple is sliced, and frozen.
spirulina - You can use your favorite brand of spirulina. If you don't have a favorite, take a look at this one.
vegetable milk - I love coconut milk, but you can use your favorite milk here. I've also made this with Hemp Milk and nut milk.
vanilla extract - You don’t need anything fancy when it comes to vanilla extract and this drink. Just want you have in your pantry is fine.
maple syrup (Optional) - You can use any brand of real maple syrup, I love to use local maple syrup.
If you have any questions about the ingredients in this matcha smoothie bowl, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you!
HOW TO MAKE A SPIRULINA SMOOTHIE
- Gather all ingredients.
- Combine all of the ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust flavor as needed. Pour in glass and enjoy immediately.
These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the whipped matcha recipe below.
WHAT TO SERVE WITH SPIRULINA SMOOTHIE
The frozen banana and pineapple create a sweet delicious treat. It would be great to pair this vegan smoothie with this vegan coffee cake. If you want a quick and easy breakfast, you can make this banana chia pudding the night before.
If you aren't vegan, you can use a pre-made pie crust to create this delicious and simple quiche! It reheats well.
CAN YOU TASTE SPIRULINA?
If you have it on its own it has a very unique taste. However, in this spirulina smoothie the frozen banana and frozen pineapple mask the task.
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Spirulina Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 banana frozen
- 1 c pineapple frozen chunks
- 1 t spirulina
- 1 c plant milk
- 2 t vanilla extract
- 1-2 T maple syrup
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Combine all of the ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust flavor as needed. Pour in glass and enjoy immediately.
I have to admit, I was really unsure about the spirulina taste but was drawn in by that beautiful green color! This was great. I am adding it to my rotation of smoothies!