Blue Spirulina & Blueberry Smoothie Bowl
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. Blueberries and spirulina make a natural pairing in this mildly sweet and super nutritious smoothie bowl!Perhaps you have seen photos of vibrant blue smoothie bowls in your Instagram feed and wondered,“What is it that gives them that hue?”In this instance,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 hat 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 recipe is like a piece of art to look at…plus its just oh so healthy and rejuvenating!
Servings 1
Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries, frozen
- 1/2 banana, sliced, frozen
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
- 2 teaspoons blue spirulina powder
- 1 scoop protein or collagen powder
- 2 dates
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon coconut, shredded
- 1/4 cup blueberries, fresh
- 1/4 cup blackberries, fresh
Optional toppings
- Dollop of whipped coconut cream – recipe below in notes
- Chopped nuts
- Hemp or chia seeds
- Drizzle nut butter
Instructions
- Place frozen banana, blueberries, 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 avocado, spirulina, protein powder, chia seeds and blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into a bowl and add desired toppings and serve immediately. For the toppings…whipped coconut cream (recipe below in notes) 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. Change it up each time for an always-fresh take on breakfast.
Notes
Add even more nutrition and healthy qualities to many other dishes with nutrient-dense, fluffy, delicious, whipped coconut cream. 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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