Thick, creamy and delicious, this smoothie is packed with antioxidants and will keep you energized all morning. Ā Easy to prepare and perfect for an on-th-go breakfast or snack.

Blueberry Power Smoothie | The Suburban Soapbox #healthy #smoothie

I’m “training” for an 8K. Ā It’s a really tough thing for me, starting a new routine because I’m a creature of habit. And I’mĀ running on a treadmill because it’s so cold outside right now that my lungs would immediately freeze and I would probably pass out on the side of the road to be found later by one of my neighbors. Ā Running on a treadmill in my basement while staring at a cinderblock wall is awesome. Ā I love it…and struggling through that run while fueled only by Birthday Cake and cheese is equally awesome. Ā Oh…and I forgot to mention I’m listening to a playlist created by my daughter. Ā Totally awesome.

Blueberry Power Smoothie | The Suburban Soapbox #healthy #smoothie

So, in an effort to health up and fuel my body naturally for something that seems totally unnatural to me (running) I turned to my friend….the smoothie. Ā There was a time when I was super fit and ate healthy foods all the time. Ā It was easy, it was my habit and smoothies made meals simple, quick and filling. Ā I would concoct all different kinds of smoothies, mostly recipes mimicking milkshakes and pies….and cakes. Ā Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie, anyone? Ā (A Pinterest favorite, by the way!)

Blueberry Power Smoothie | The Suburban Soapbox #healthy #smoothie

This time, I wanted to add something more…I decided to try Spirulina which is the world’s first superfood and one of the most nutrient-rich foods you can find. Ā This blue-green microalgae is partly responsible for producing the oxygen in the Earth’s atmosphere. Ā I know, pretty deep. Ā The claims are that this vitamin boosts energy, immunity, supports cardiovascular health, as well as, eye and brain health. Ā It’s just all good in the little jar. Ā I bought mine at Whole Foods and decided on the powder form. Ā It seemed like it was easier to incorporate into a smoothie recipe. Ā In addition to the spirulina, I included frozen blueberries, banana, coconut water, vanilla and agave nectar.

Blueberry Power Smoothie | The Suburban Soapbox

This is, by far, the healthiest (and scariest) smoothie I ever made. Ā It’s color is a little scary…deep blue-green, like the part of the ocean we will never see because who really owns the proper equipment to swim to that depth. Ā Right? Ā Back to the smoothie, it’s rich and creamy, super filling and definitely energizing. Ā Not like a caffeine induced energy….just a little more pep in your step and your brain. Ā AND without the caffeine crash. Ā The subtle coconut flavor is soothing and I literally sipped this like a milkshake about 30 minutes before my run while watching The Real Housewives of Somewhere. Ā I don’t know which one but really, Ā I bet they all would love this smoothie.

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Power Smoothie

Adapted from The Chelsea Market Cookbook
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups frozen blueberries
  • 1 small banana
  • 11 ounces coconut water
  • 2 tablespoons agave nectar
  • 1 tablespoon Spirulina Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • In a blender, process the blueberries, banana, coconut water, agave nectar, spiraling powder and vanilla until smooth. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.
Serving: 0g, Calories: 244kcal, Carbohydrates: 57g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 203mg, Potassium: 762mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 40g, Vitamin A: 120IU, Vitamin C: 23.3mg, Calcium: 46mg, Iron: 2mg