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Overhead view of a vibrant, thick Blueberry Smoothie Detox topped with fresh blueberries and a blue straw.

Blueberry Smoothie Detox

This blueberry smoothie detox is a quick and easy way to boost your nutrition. It uses simple ingredients to create a revitalizing drink that fits into a busy schedule.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 156
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or any non-dairy milk
  • 1-2 handfuls organic baby spinach for added greens
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries preferred
  • 1 banana cut into slices or chunks and frozen. Sub with frozen avocado chunks, or steamed and frozen cauliflower for a banana-free / low carb / keto version.
Optional for a boost of flavor and protein
  • 2 tablespoons dairy-free plain yogurt we like Culina's Plain & Simple coconut cream based yogurt or Kite Hill Plant-based Greek-style yogurt for an almond milk based yogurt. You can sub with canned coconut cream or regular Greek yogurt if not dairy-free.
  • 1 tablespoon plant-based protein powder we like NuZest Just Clean or Sprout Living Simple Sunflower Seed Protein.
  • 1/2 tablespoon creamy nut butter / seed butter optional to taste
  • 1 1/2 tsps ground flax seeds, hemp seeds or chia seeds optional to taste
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract optional to taste
  • Liquid sweetener optional to taste

Equipment

  • High-powered blender
  • Glasses

Method
 

  1. Add all the ingredients to a high-powered blender.
  2. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Add more liquid as needed to thin out or add more frozen fruit, ice or banana to thicken. Taste and add sweetener, if desired.
  3. Pour into glasses and garnish with fresh blueberries and some coconut chips, if desired and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 6gFat: 3gFiber: 5gSugar: 14g

Notes

This smoothie became a staple in my routine after a hectic week. It provided an immediate burst of energy and showed me that healthy choices could be quick and enjoyable.

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