Blue Majik Smoothie Bowl

This simple and vibrant blue smoothie bowl is made with one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the earth. Its a delicious protein-packed way to start your day or for a snack.

About Spirulina

Spirulina is a powder that is derived from algae. The powder can either be green or blue. Blue and green spirulina are derived from different species of algae. Green spirulina powder comes from chlorophyll and blue spirulina powder comes from phycocyanin. Both blue spirulina and green spirulina are nutrient-dense and offer various vitamins, minerals and is a great source of vegan protein.

What are the Benefits of Blue Spirulina?

Blue spirulina contains a powerful antioxidant pigment called phycocyanin, which is responsible for its distinct blue hue. It offers numerous potential health benefits such as:

• Phycocyanin has powerful antioxidants that help protect cells against oxidative stress and damage caused by free radicals. Some studies suggest that blue spirulina can aid in post-workout recovery and reduce exercise induced stress and damage
• Micronutrients B6 and Vitamin C which helps combat disease and infections.

How to use Spriulina?

Spirulina can be smoothies, smoothie bowls (like this one!), sauces, dressings and other beverages. You an also mix into pancake, waffles or cookies to make them blue!

Blue Majik Smoothie Bowl Ingredients

• Cauliflower rice – Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable that is high in fiber and B-vitamins. Nutrition experts recommend we eat cruciferous vegetables everyday. Its a great way to increase the nutritional content of your smoothies and thicken them without adding extra sugar.
• Blue Majik spirulina – There are different kinds of blue spirulina but Blue Majik is a proprietary extract of spirulina from E3 Live.
• Chia seeds – These little seeds contain all of the omegas (3,6 and 9), protein, healthy fat, fiber and also helps thicken your smoothies and smoothie bowls.
• Banana – Provides creaminess for the smoothie bowl.
• Protein powder – To help balance blood sugar make this a complete meal this recipe includes vegan protein powder.
• Blueberries – Another antioxidant powerhouse which also adds fiber.
• Kiwis – Kiwis have also been shown to reverse DNA damage to your cells!

How to Make This Blue Smoothie Bowl

Step 1: Soak 1 tablespoon of chia seeks with 3/4 cup of nut milk overnight (or for at least 1 hour)

Step 2: In a high-speed blender, blend together chia seed mixture, frozen cauliflower rice, frozen banana, vanilla protein powder and spirulina.

Step 3: Pour into a bowl and top with kiwi, blueberries, bananas and coconut flakes 

Tip for Making a Smoothie Bowl and Substitutions

• Keep it thick. At first the mixture may be very thick. Keep adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until the mixture blends. You want the mixture to be thick enough to blend and not watery (depending on your blender, this may involve stop/starting the blender and pushing down the mixture). 
• Add your favorite protein. This recipe would taste great with either vanilla unsweetened protein or an unflavored protein.
• Vary your toppings. I like kiwis, blueberries, bananas and coconut but you can add granola or other fruits.

Storage

Smoothie bowls are best eaten immediately.

Other Smoothies You May Like:

• Superfood acai bowl

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