This Smoothie Bowl recipe is a creamy and smooth anti-oxidant ‘meal-in-a-bowl’ that features spirulina, an incredible superfood with amazing health properties. Would you have guessed that this bowl actually contains spinach and berries too that make a natural pairing in this mildly sweet and super nutritious smoothie bowl!

Perhaps you have seen photos of vibrant blue smoothie bowls and wondered, “What is it that gives them that hue?”

The answer is blue spirulina – a fresh water blue-green algae that’s been harvested from lakes for thousands of years. About 60 percent protein by weight, blue spirulina is richer in beta-carotene than carrots and has an abundance of nutrients, including vitamin K and iron.

Research suggests that a daily dose of spirulina can help improve brain function and digestion, lower serum (total blood) cholesterol, reduce inflammation and neutralizes free radicals that cause premature signs of aging. and more.

Blue Spirulina, a well-known antioxidant superfood, is the magic ingredient that makes any food look Instagramable (#trendy). This intense deep blue pigment is known as phycocyanin and is extracted from spirulina (blue-green algae).

It is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, iron, carotenoids and antioxidants and helps protect cells from damage. It is freeze dried to preserve its natural colour and nutrients. You can get creative and add this beautiful nature product to literally anything for a heavenly nutritional boost and some epic blue instaworthy pictures!

You can add it to water, juices, smoothies, breakfast food, baked food, sweets, yoghurts, cereals or any other foods. For light blue shades, use just a pinch and for a more brilliant blue, use up to the full teaspoon or more.

Its known to have high nutritional value and boosts the immune system, increases metabolism and improves digestion! Contains an abundance of B vitamins which can enhance energy levels.

Who knew algae could be so wonderful?

This stunning looking, healthy smoothie is creamy and decadent bursting with flavor and full of healthy fats. It sure is a good way of incorporating more good stuff into your diet. This smoothie bowl is like a piece of art to look at…plus its just oh so healthy and rejuvenating!

Blue Magic Spirulina Smoothie Bowl

This is the perfect breakfast to boost your immune system and to prepare you for the day. It’s packed with antioxidants and vitamins. The blue spirulina creates this beautiful blue color and adds extra health benefits too!

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Lunch, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword blue magic spirulina smoothie bowl, blue smoothie bowl, chocola;te protein smoothie bowl, clean eating breakfast, clean eating dessert or snack, healthy blue smoothie bowl

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup banana, slices, frozen
• 1/2 cup blueberries, frozen
• 1/2 cup greens – spinach, kale or Swiss chard
• 1/4 cup milk of choice
• 2 teaspoons blue spirulina powder
• 1 scoop protein or collagenpowder
• 2 dates

Toppings Optional

• Dollop of whipped coconut cream – recipe below in notes
• Chopped nuts
• Fresh fruit or berries
• Hemp or chia seeds
• Drizzle nut butter

Instructions

• Place frozen banana,blueberries, greens, dates and ¼ cup milk in blender.  Blend. Add more milk, if needed to get things moving (less milk will result in a thicker smoothie bowl).

  Add spirulina and protein powder pulse a couple of times to combine. Pour into a bowl, add desired toppings and serve immediately.

  For the toppings…whipped coconut cream takes this smoothie bowl to a whole new level of nutrition. Nuts or nut butter are a great source of healthy fats. Seeds are full of fiber and contain many important vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

   

Notes

Homemade Whipped Coconut Cream

Add even more nutrition and healthy qualities to many other dishes with nutrient-dense fluffy, whipped coconut cream.

It’s a dairy-free dessert topping that is not overly sweet and made with simple ingredients. This whipped coconut cream is just as thick, luscious, and creamy as dairy-full whipped cream and ideal for topping cakes, tarts, puddings, hot cocoa, and more.

Made with just 3 ingredients in 5 minutes of active time. Be sure to chill the canned coconut cream or milk the day before you need it.

Packed with healthy fats, tons of other good stuff and amazing flavour to help support a healthy, fit body.

Go here for the simple recipe:  Whipped Coconut Cream 

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