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    Home » Recipes » Smoothies, Juices & Drinks

    Blueberry Green Smoothie with Spirulina

    Published: Jan 26, 2016 · Modified: Jul 26, 2022 by Sally Cameron · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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    If you haven't yet tried green smoothies because they sound too weird, this one might change your mind, and the health benefits are huge. Here is the green smoothie we have been drinking for some time - my blueberry green smoothie. 

    Blueberry green smoothie|AFoodCentricLife.com

    Versatile Smoothies

    There are many great things about smoothies. They are fast and easy to make, endlessly customizable, super healthy (with the right ingredients) and transportable to take with you on busy mornings. In fact, I've had one most every morning for more than 15 years. You could say I am hooked.

    Oh, and this one? As I took the photo well after breakfast, I capped the jar and put it in the fridge. The next morning, I poured the jar into a blender and re-blended it and it was perfect. I am sure a really good shake would have sufficed, so they can even be made ahead if time is tight.

    Superfood Blueberry Green Smoothie

    I've used all superfoods to create one super way to start the day. The blue comes from blueberries and a blue-green micro algae called spirulina. More green power comes from big handfuls of baby spinach leaves.

    To complete the smoothie, add protein (options at end), healthy fat from nut butter (almond, coconut, or cashew), and extra flavor from raw cacao powder and chocolate flavored liquid stevia drops.

    Note - I usually buy my nut butters from Thrivemarket.com, because their prices are really good. The brand I buy is Artisana, for the taste and quality. Do what work best for you.

    Beautiful Blueberries

    Nutrient-dense blueberries are packed with nutrition. Toss them into plain Greek yogurt, add to steel cut oats, or add them to smoothies. Blueberries are high in fiber, vitamins C and K and are thought to contain the highest levels of antioxidants of all commonly consumed fruits and vegetables.

    Blueberries are thought to help reduce blood pressure, prevent heart disease and they are great brain food to boot. Talk about food as medicine, these little berries offer huge health benefits. But be sure to buy organic. Conventional blueberries have high levels of pesticides.

    Blueberrie on a tray | AFoodCentricLife.com

    Superfood Spirulina

    Spirulina is considered one of the world's first superfoods. Its one of the most nutrient-rich, nutritionally complete foods on earth and offers a long list of health benefits. The fine, dark emerald green powder mixes easily into smoothies. That rich green color comes from chlorophyll, a natural detoxifier, helping our bodies get rid of toxins and other impurities. Spirulina also boost our immune system.

    Just 1 teaspoon of spirulina provides 2 grams of complete protein (all essential amino acids) along with non-essential amino acids, and an amazing array of vitamins and minerals. I highly recommend you read more about the benefits here.

    Spirulina | AFoodCentricLife.com

    After researching brands, I buy Nutrex Hawaii. It's the only one of its kind to be cultured in a BioSecure Zone that is free of pesticides, herbicides, and GMOs on the big island of Hawaii. For pennies a day, you can add this amazing superfood to your diet. One note - if you are sensitive or allergic to iodine, skip the spirulina.

    Baby Spinach

    Adding baby spinach leaves to your morning smoothie is like an insurance policy to getting enough green veggies into your daily diet. The tender leaves blend smoothly into an emerald puree and it sounds crazy, but you don't taste the spinach.

    Another nutrient powerhouse, spinach is rich in vitamins (K and A), minerals (Manganese and folate) and powerful little plant compounds called phytonutrients, shown to have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer benefits. In particular, the high levels of vitamin K are great for our bone health.

    The Rest of the Ingredients

    Milks

    Start with your milk of choice. Homemade almond milk and coconut milk are great bases. Homemade is so much better than from a store and no unwanted additives. See links for recipes.

    Protein

    Try a clean, unsweetened, plant-based or grass fed whey based protein powder. Read this post for help in how to choose a protein powder and a list of alternative ways to add protein from whole food sources such as hemp and chia seeds, nut butters (which also provide healthy fat) and plain Greek yogurt, for those who are not dairy sensitive.

    Sweetness and Flavor

    I add a few drops of chocolate flavored liquid stevia and a little raw cacao powder for a chocolatey flavor.

    Superfood Blueberry Green Smoothie | AFoodCentricLife.com

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    Superfood Blueberry Green Smoothie | AFoodCentricLife.com

    Superfood Blueberry Green Smoothie

    Sally Cameron
    This blueberry green smoothie is a nutritious way to start the day. Blueberries, baby spinach, and blue-green spirulina add a superfood punch of nutrition. Use your milk of choice and protein. Nut butters add flavor, creaminess and healthy fat. Whirl in a blender and enjoy.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Beverage, Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 404 kcal

    Equipment

    • blender

    Ingredients
      

    • 10 ounces almond milk
    • 3 handfuls baby spinach leaves 3 ounces
    • ⅓ cup organic blueberries fresh or frozen
    • 1 teaspoon spirulina optional
    • 1 tablespoon cashew butter almond or coconut butter
    • 1 serving protein powder of choice 1-2 scoops, see notes in post
    • 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
    • 1 ½ teaspoons raw unsweetened cacao powder
    • a few drops of chocolate liquid stevia optional

    Instructions
     

    • Place all ingredients in a blender in order given.
    • Blend gradually, getting to high, until smooth.

    Notes

    Chocolate stevia drops are made by Sweet Leaf, available and many stores, health oriented markets and online. There are lots of great flavors!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 404kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 40gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 519mgPotassium: 761mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 8597IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 548mgIron: 8mg
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    Comments

    1. Ellie @ best blender says

      January 02, 2017 at 6:24 pm

      Yummy! This superfood blueberry green Smoothie Recipe looks is really awesome! This recipe gives me an excuse to trying it! Thanks for share...

      Reply
    2. Pastor Rick Robinson says

      January 27, 2016 at 6:47 pm

      Can't wait to try it Sally 🙂 Do you think it's more nutritional to do a pre-mixed pack of chard, spinach, and kale or just spinach?

      Reply
      • Sally Cameron says

        January 27, 2016 at 9:03 pm

        I really prefer just the baby spinach. You hardly taste it, it blends smooth, the taste is mild. Save the kale for a nice warn or raw kale salad. I am a big kale lover but prefer spinach in my smoothies.

        Reply
    3. Denise says

      January 27, 2016 at 2:51 pm

      Spinach? How does it taste? I it suppose to be sweet, smooth, chocolate, cacao. I will give it a try mixin with spinach.

      Reply

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