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Spirulina Smoothie

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This is one of my favorite green smoothies! It is incredibly easy to make using delicious fruit, nut milk, and organic spirulina powder.

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What is spirulina?

Spirulina is a member of the blue-green algae family and is known for its “superfood” qualities. It has a bunch of proven health benefits and can be a wonderful supplement to your daily diet.

It is probably most known for its beautiful pop of color. Depending on the variety you choose, blue spirulina and green spirulina respectively, have a rich blue or green hue that creates the prettiest dishes with its natural coloring.

I like to add a scoop to my recipes and make spirulina smoothies, oatmeal or chia seed pudding. If you’re feeling extra creative, you can use it in baking and cooking as well, and make beautiful pancakes, cakes, cookies, and more!

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Ingredients

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there different types of spirulina? Yes, there are several different variations of spirulina, the most common being blue spirulina and green spirulina.

What does it taste like? If you use a lot of spirulina powder, it can have a bit of an “ocean-like” taste. I use about ½ tsp so I get a great pop of color and very little, if any taste from it.

Where can I buy spirulina? You can usually find spirulina powder in most health food stores. You can also find it online.

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Step One
Picture of a freshly blended blue/green smoothie in a blender.
Step Two

This is one of my favorite lazy vegan recipes. It is so quick and easy to make, it's perfect for beginners in the kitchen or a quick and easy meal.

If you're looking for more vegan food inspiration, check out these recipes as well:

Picture of a blue smoothie in a white bowl topped with granola, coconut flakes, frozen and frosted blueberries and blackberries with a white dish towel and spoon in the background.
Blue Spirulina Smoothie Bowl
Picture of a green spirulina smoothie in a cup. Garnished with hemp seeds and surrounded by spinach leaves, a sliced lemon, and blue and white dish towel.

Spirulina Smoothie

Planted in the Kitchen
This smoothie has a bright and beautiful pop of color. Enjoy this refreshing, vegan breakfast recipe at home or on the go.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 142 kcal

Equipment

  • High speed blender

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Banana frozen
  • 1 cup Baby Spinach
  • 1 cup Almond Milk
  • ½ cup Pineapple frozen
  • ½ cup Mango frozen
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice
  • ½ tsp Spirulina Powder

Instructions
 

  • Start by blending the almond milk and baby spinach together until you no longer have chunks of spinach.
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the blender and blend until you have a smooth consistency.
  • Garnish with optional toppings such as fruit, granola, coconut, or hemp seeds.

Notes

I usually recommend blending any leafy greens with the liquid base before adding the other ingredients. This helps break up and leafy chunks and makes an overall smoother and creamier consistency. 
You can make this smoothie thicker by adding more frozen fruit or ice. 
I prefer to use organic spirulina in this recipe. 
Keyword Green Smoothies, Spirulina Smoothie, Spirulina Smoothie Bowl

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Planted in the Kitchen is a plant based food blog. Here you will find healthy and delicious vegan recipes!

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  1. Smithasbakelove says

    Looks so yummy

    Reply

    • Sprinkle of Charm says

      Thank you!!

      Reply

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