Blue Spirulina Smoothie (Cloud Smoothie)

Name: Blue Spirulina Smoothie (Cloud Smoothie)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 medium banana (frozen in chunks); 1/2 cup plain coconut yogurt ((see notes)); 1/2 cup unsweetened soy milk (or other plant milk); 1/2 cup frozen mango; 1/2 cup frozen pineapple; 2 teaspoons almond butter; 1 teaspoon blue spirulina powder (); 1/4 cup ice (optional, for extra iciness); honey (or maple syrup; optional, for extra sweetness)

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This refreshing blue smoothie recipe is naturally sweetened with banana, mango and pineapple for a creamy, tropical single-serve treat that's ready in just 5 minutes.

Two blue smoothies with coconut yogurt clouds on a white marble countertop.

Ohhh this is for sure my favorite smoothie right now. It may just have to compete with my go-to green smoothie for a while as I figure out which I like better (but honestly, I just can't.) 😉 But first, credit where credit is due. The inspiration for this "cloud" smoothie came from both the viral Erewhon Coconut Cloud Smoothie and a blue smoothie I found over here on the East Coast at Life Alive Cafe that was so, so good. (Great place if you're ever in the Boston area.)

While I opted out of the coconut cream in the Erewhon version, I did use plain coconut yogurt for both the smoothie and the "clouds". And for extra protein I used soy milk and added some almond butter as well. But as promised, you don't need to add any extra sugar since the fruit makes it naturally sweet. If you do feel like a little extra sweetness though, by all means add a little honey (or maple syrup to make vegan.)

🌿 Ingredients

All of the ingredients with the exception of the blue spirulina powder should be readily available at any large grocery store. I ordered Lone Star Botanicals Organic Blue Spirulina Powder (affiliate link) and it worked out great. Look for plain soy milk or substitute with your favorite plant milk.

See recipe card below for exact quantities.

📝 Instructions

Coconut yogurt "clouds" painted on the sides of two small smoothie glasses. — Use the back of a spoon to paint yogurt "clouds" onto the inside of your glass.

Blue smoothie ingredients in a blender. — Place the remaining ingredients in a high speed or regular blender, and cover.

Blue smoothie in a high speed blender. — Increase speed to high and blend for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

🥧 Serving suggestions

This vibrant smoothie pairs beautifully with a slice of avocado toast in the morning. I also happen to love it with this deli-style lox bagel as a fun lunch. But honestly, it's absolutely fantastic on its own too.

💭 FAQ

What makes a blue smoothie blue?

Blue smoothies can get their blue coloring from a few different natural sources such as blue spirulina powder, butterfly pea flower powder or simply fresh or frozen blueberries which will impart more of a purplish-blue hue.

Does blue spirulina powder have a fishy taste?

No. While it does have a slightly earthy taste, blue spirulina powder does not taste fishy and its mild flavor blends right into a fruit smoothie to create a delicious sweet and earthy flavor profile.

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Two blue smoothies with coconut yogurt clouds.

Blue Spirulina Smoothie (Cloud Smoothie)

Allison Campbell

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This refreshing blue smoothie recipe features coconut yogurt, mango and pineapple for the perfect sweet combo with no added processed sugar.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings: 1 large smoothie or 2 small smoothies

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 382

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 medium banana frozen in chunks
½ cup plain coconut yogurt (see notes)
½ cup unsweetened soy milk or other plant milk
½ cup frozen mango
½ cup frozen pineapple
2 teaspoons almond butter
1 teaspoon blue spirulina powder
¼ cup ice optional, for extra iciness
honey or maple syrup; optional, for extra sweetness

Equipment

professional-grade blender or standard blender (see notes)

Method

Cut the banana into chunks and freeze for at least 20 minutes or overnight. Use the back of a spoon to paint "clouds" onto the inside of your smoothie glass using about half of the yogurt.
1 medium banana
Place the rest of the yogurt and the remaining ingredients in the order listed in a blender, and cover. Increase speed to high and blend for 30 seconds to 1 minute. If needed, use a blender plunger to press the fruit further down into the blender, or add a little water to thin.
½ cup plain coconut yogurt, ½ cup unsweetened soy milk, ½ cup frozen mango, ½ cup frozen pineapple, 2 teaspoons almond butter, 1 teaspoon blue spirulina powder, ¼ cup ice, honey
Pour into your prepared glass and enjoy immediately or save in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 382kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 13gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 93mgPotassium: 911mgFiber: 8gSugar: 41gVitamin A: 1268IUVitamin C: 95mgCalcium: 361mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Coconut yogurt: I like Cocojune Pure Coconut Yogurt.

Blender: Use a professional-grade blender (if you have one) for an extra smooth texture, but a standard blender will work just fine too.

Storage: Blue smoothies will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 24 hours but are best when consumed immediately. They do not stand up well to freezing.