Can You Taste Spirulina in Smoothies?

Mild in flavor, spirulina is virtually tasteless when combined with other flavorful fruits and vegetables in superfood smoothies.

How much spirulina should I put in smoothies?

Given how nutrient dense spirulina is, a little goes a long way. 1 to 2 teaspoons (3-5 grams) is all you need! Given how nutrient dense spirulina is, a little goes a long way. 1 to 2 teaspoons (3-5 grams) is all you need! Is spirulina safe for kids to eat? While this topic may seem controversial, spirulina is completely safe in smaller doses than those used by adults and has incredible health benefits for growing children as it can boost their immune and cardiovascular systems! Just be sure to purchase your spirulina from an ethical source to ensure that it is not contaminated with any chemicals or bacteria.

What fruits go well with spirulina?

The key to making tasty spirulina smoothies is to add sweet fruits like mangos, bananas, and pineapples. You don’t want blander produce such as berries or melons as your smoothie could end up tasting a bit too earthy.

Can I make this Spirulina Smoothie ahead of time?

Feel free to make this smoothie a few hours in advance, and store it in the fridge. Or, if you want to prep your smoothies farther in advance, make smoothie packs by placing your ingredients in Ziploc bags and storing them in the freezer. Then, when you’re ready, place them in the blender with your liquid of choice, and blend away!

Spirulina Superfood Smoothie Recipe

Description

Spirulina Superfood Smoothie is made with fresh and simple ingredients for a balanced meal that can help improve digestion and reduce inflammation. Toss the ingredients in the blender for a healthy breakfast or easy snack that can be taken on-the-go! Paleo and Vegan options.

Ingredients

Units Scale

1 small avocado or half a large avocado (~ 150 grams)
1 small orange or kiwi (peeled, sliced)
1 to 2 strips of fresh ginger root (1 Tablespoon grated)
12 to 15 ounces almond or coconut milk (use less for thicker smoothie)
1-2 Tablespoons maple syrup
1-2 teaspoons spirulina powder (around 3 - 5 grams)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Optional - pinch of cardamom
Optional plant protein powder
Optional chia seed or topping of choice

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Instructions

Peel your avocado and remove the core. Place in a blender, adding the orange or kiwi, grated ginger, non-dairy milk, maple syrup, spices, and spirulina on top.
Blend until smooth and pour into two glasses.
Optional: Add a dash of coconut milk then place a fork in the middle of the cup to “swirl” together if you want that effect.
Optional – For thicker smoothies and extra protein, add in 1 Tablespoon chia seed or 1 scoop protein powder.

Notes

If you are looking for a protein/spirulina combo, we used Nutrex.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: drinks
Method: blend
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 smoothie
Calories: 231
Sugar: 14.7 g
Sodium: 135.4 mg
Fat: 11.8 g
Saturated Fat: 2.1 g
Carbohydrates: 30.4 g
Fiber: 8 g
Protein: 5.6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg