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Spirulina Power Smoothie
A vibrant vegan smoothie made with almond milk, banana, frozen berries, chia seeds and spirulina for a simple plant-based wellness blend.
This Spirulina Power Smoothie combines naturally sweet banana and frozen berries with unsweetened almond milk, chia seeds and vanilla.
Spirulina adds a distinctive green colour and a concentrated source of nutrients. The recipe is vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free when all ingredients used are certified accordingly.
Spirulina Power Smoothie Recipe
Simple, refreshing and ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- ½ cup frozen berries
- 1 banana
- 1 tablespoon spirulina powder
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pour the almond milk into the blender first.
- Add the banana, frozen berries, spirulina powder, chia seeds and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a small splash of almond milk and blend again.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Best ingredient order for a smoother blend
Adding the liquid first helps the ingredients circulate more easily, especially when using frozen berries and powdered ingredients.
- Unsweetened almond milk
- Banana
- Frozen berries
- Spirulina powder
- Chia seeds
- Vanilla extract
Start with one teaspoon of spirulina if you are new to its flavour, then increase gradually according to taste.
Approximate nutrition
The final nutrition depends on the banana size, almond milk brand, spirulina quantity and exact berries used.
| Nutrient | Approximate amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | Approximately 250–300 kcal* |
| Protein | Approximately 8–11 g |
| Carbohydrates | Approximately 45–55 g |
| Fibre | Approximately 8–11 g |
| Fat | Approximately 4–7 g |
| Added sugar | 0 g when using unsweetened almond milk |
With one full banana, berries, chia seeds and one tablespoon of spirulina, the recipe is likely higher than 150 calories. Presenting it as approximately 250–300 calories is more realistic.
What does spirulina add?
Spirulina is a blue-green algae commonly sold as a concentrated powder. It contains protein and several micronutrients, although exact levels vary by product and serving size.
Spirulina contributes a small amount of protein to the smoothie.
Its naturally occurring pigments give the smoothie a deep green tone.
Spirulina contains naturally occurring compounds studied for antioxidant activity.
A small serving adds a distinctive flavour and nutrient profile.
Spirulina should not be presented as treating disease, guaranteeing weight loss or replacing medical care. Benefits vary between people and depend on the overall diet and lifestyle.
Easy recipe variations
Use 1 teaspoon of spirulina instead of 1 tablespoon.
Add a scoop of plant-based protein powder and extra almond milk.
Replace the berries with frozen mango or pineapple.
Add a spoonful of unsweetened plant-based yogurt.
How to improve the taste
- Use a ripe banana for natural sweetness.
- Start with less spirulina and increase gradually.
- Add a little more vanilla to soften the earthy flavour.
- Use blueberries or mango for a sweeter blend.
- Add extra almond milk if the smoothie becomes too thick.
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Final thoughts
The Spirulina Power Smoothie is a simple plant-based recipe that combines fruit, almond milk, chia seeds and spirulina in one convenient drink.
Use a ripe banana for sweetness, add the almond milk first and adjust the spirulina quantity gradually according to your preferred flavour.
*Calories and nutrition are approximate and vary according to the exact ingredients and brands used.
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