Lactose-free spirulina smoothie

Lactose-free spirulina smoothie

10 min
Packed with power and goodness, this beautiful green smoothie with spirulina is sure to bring colour to any breakfast or afternoon snack. In just a few minutes you can make a delicious lactose-free drink bursting with flavour and colour. Our easy-to-make recipe combines a wide selection of juicy fruits and fresh vegetables into a refreshing drink. So, get ready, set, and start blending!
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Instructions

  • In a blender, whizz together yogurt, pineapple, apple, cucumber, spinach, chia seeds, spirulina, and honey until smooth.
  • Divide between 2 tall glasses.
  • Garnish with juicy blueberries on top.
Enjoy!
Tip

As with any drink containing blended fruit, this smoothie reaches peak flavour if you use ripe fruits. They carry more concentrated sweetness so remember to check how ripe the fruits are before using them.

Tip

If you want to add a cooling touch, consider using frozen fruit and berries. They will also make it thicker without diluting it as ice cubes might.

Questions about lactose-free spirulina smoothies

While it is very simple to make, you might still have questions that need answering. Read more below to find out everything you need about this delicious, colourful drink.

What is spirulina powder in a lactose-free smoothie?
Perfect for lactose-free smoothies, spirulina is a protein-filled alga that is dried and ground into a powdery substance. It has a strong earthy flavour that pairs well with many fruits and vegetables. Merely mix it with the other ingredients in a blender, and the powder will naturally infuse the drink with its unique taste. Our spirulina smoothie recipe is the perfect way to give the green powder a shot!
How much spirulina to use in a lactose-free smoothie?
Because of its characteristic, strong flavour, you do not need to add a lot of spirulina powder to smoothies. We recommend about one tablespoon per person, but if you find its flavour too mild or too strong, you are welcome to adjust according to your taste!
What to add to a lactose-free spirulina smoothie?
Fruits and vegetables are quite common in a lactose-free spirulina smoothie, adding both freshness and sweetness to balance the spirulina’s earthiness. We opted for pineapple, apple, blueberries, cucumber, and spinach. They taste incredible together and give the beverage a beautiful colour. Along with honey, you get a sweet base, and with yogurt and chia seeds, you have a flavourful and refreshing smoothie.

Ingredients

Lactose-free yogurt
400 g
Chopped frozen pineapples
200 g
Blueberries
50 g
Apple (peeled, cored, and chopped)
1
Cucumbers (chopped)
100 g
Spinach
50 g
Chia seeds
2 tbsp
Spirulina powder
2 tbsp
Honey
2 tbsp

Enjoy a green lactose-free spirulina smoothie bursting with flavours

Our lactose-free spirulina smoothie has a variety of potent flavours, ranging from sweet to refreshing, from tangy to tart – all in the name of deliciousness. The fruits, pineapples, blueberries, and apples, add sweetness and tanginess, whereas the greens, mild spinach and light, refreshing cucumber, add a subtle freshness. With the earthy spirulina powder, the smoothie gets an overall harmonious balance of flavours. To help sweeten it, honey adds a bit of sweetness, allowing the smoothie to be as indulgent as it is refreshing.

Easy and quick to make: our lactose-free power smoothie with green spirulina

If you are craving a refreshing beverage bursting with powerful flavours, you want one that is easy to make. Well, consider it done – because our lactose-free spirulina smoothie recipe takes only a few minutes to make! The result: a gorgeously green power smoothie with delightful ingredients from fresh fruits and vegetables to creamy lactose-free yoghurt, bursting with a symphony of flavours.

Are you interested in trying other colourful, tasty smoothies, try a glass of zingy lactose-free tropical banana and mango smoothie with ginger or sweet lactose-free green smoothie with pineapple and mango!