Blueberry Basil Smoothie

3 June 2017

Comments

1
 June 3, 2017
 1

Category Recipe Corner
Print

Blueberry Basil Smoothie

A gelato inspired smoothie. Rich in antioxidants and quiet refreshing. Great for breakfast or dessert! The blue in blueberries comes from anthrocyanidins, powerful antioxidants and are also high in vitamin C, and contain manganese, vitamin E and B1. Basil is a digestive aid and can help relax smooth muscle. #postworkout
Servings 1
Author Tara

Ingredients

  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh basil
  • 1 handful kale
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 lime squeeze
  • 1 tsp chlorella
  • 1 scoop favourite protein powder Progressive Veg Essential
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

Instructions

  1. But all ingredients in the blender and puree until smooth
  2. Add more or less liquid for your ideal texture

Recipe Notes

To make into a dessert pudding, use only 1 cup of liquid and let stand for 20 mins for chia seeds to gelatinize a little.

One response on “Blueberry Basil Smoothie”

  1. Blueberry Basil Smoothie | Kathleen Trotter says:
    September 18, 2013 at 7:50 am

    […] Here’s a gelato-inspired smoothie from HEAL Nutrition. Rich in antioxidants and quite refreshing. Great for breakfast or dessert! The blue in blueberries comes from anthrocyanidins, powerful antioxidants that are also high in vitamin C, and contain manganese, vitamin E and B1. Get the recipe […]