A simple blueberry spinach smoothie is all you need for a healthy and hearty breakfast or snack. This smoothie is refreshing, full of flavour and packed with nutrients.
If you are not a huge fan of fruit and veggies this blueberry spinach smoothie is the perfect way to get your servings in.
This is my preferred way to top up my kids with extra servings of fruit and veggies. They love smoothies as a snack or a part of their main meals. Put them in fun bottles/cup for extra excitement.
Using wild blueberries will always get a sweet and delicious flavour that easily masks the taste of the leafy greens.
With some added fiber and protein from the flax seeds and chia seeds this recipe really delivers on all the nutrients, you need in a snack or breakfast.
Preparing a Blueberry Spinach Smoothie
As you may have guessed, it’s really easy to make a smooth
ie. All you need is a blender and a few delicious ingredients.Ingredients
Greek yogurt: Greek yogurt is yogurt that has had the whey and other liquids strained from it. It’s thicker and creamier than other types of yogurt. Vanilla is just flavouring that is added to plain Greek yogurt. I use half plain and half vanilla because I don’t like my smoothies too sweet. You can use all vanilla or all plain depending on your preferred level of sweetness.
Almond butter: Almond butter is usually made of ground almonds and sometimes an added oil for a creamier texture. You can make your own or simply buy a jar from the store. Almond butter is high in protein, fiber, vitamin C, calcium, and magnesium.
Chia seeds: Chia seeds are very high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids and protein. They are the edible seeds of a plant and are a complete plant-based protein.
Flax seeds: High in fibre and omega-3 fatty acids, flax seeds are a great way to boost the nutritional value of any dish. Most experts recommend the use of ground flax seeds for better digestion and therefore better absorption of nutrients.
Spinach: Spinach is a leafy green vegetable. It is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants and is often sold pre-washed and ready to eat.
Wild blueberries: Wild blueberries grow on their own in the wild. There is minimal human intervention in their growth. They are usually smaller in size than cultivated blueberries and I find that their flavour is much more pronounced and sweeter. They are often flash-frozen meaning that they are frozen quickly under very high temperatures.
How to Make a Blueberry Spinach Smoothie
None of the ingredients that we use require prep so in the blender they go as they are.
Add all of the ingredients to the blender in the order listed.
If you choose to use fresh blueberries add half a cup of ice to the smoothie as well.
Put the lid on the blender and blend on high until all the ingredients are broken down and combined. The end result should be a smooth, almost creamy mixture.
Substitutions
Wild blueberries: if you don’t have or can’t find wild blueberries you can easily substitute them with cultivated frozen blueberries. I like the wild ones because they have a very distinct sweet favour. You can also use fresh blueberries. If you choose fresh add half a cup of ice to the smoothie as well.
Almond Butter: You can use any nut or seed butter that you like. I use almond butter because it has a milder flavour than peanut butter. I find peanut butter tends to take over a smoothie in any amount.
Serving Blueberry Spinach Smoothie
You can serve this smoothie as a drink in your favourite glass with or without a straw.
Or you can serve it as a smoothie bowl topped with fresh fruit, homemade granola and hemp seeds.
Is blueberry spinach smoothie healthy for kids?
This blueberry spinach smoothie is healthy for everyone. I serve it to my toddler and my infant and they both can’t get enough.
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Blueberry Spinach Smoothie and Smoothie Bowl Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt note 1
- ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp flax seeds
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 cups frozen wild blueberries
- ¼ cup water
Toppings for smoothie bowl (optional):
- Fresh or frozen fruit of your choice
- 2 tbsp Homemade granola
- ½ tbsp Hemp seeds
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to the blender in the order listed.½ cup plain Greek yogurt, ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp almond butter, 1 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tbsp flax seeds, 1 cup spinach, 2 cups frozen wild blueberries, ¼ cup water
- Blend until smooth.
- If you prefer a runnier smoothie add 2 tablespoons of water.
- Serve in your favourite glass with or without a straw. Or add the smoothie to a bowl and top with fresh fruit, granola and hemp seeds.Fresh or frozen fruit of your choice, 2 tbsp Homemade granola, 1/2 tbsp Hemp seeds
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