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    Blueberry Almond Smoothie

    Published: Jul 12, 2021 by Kathleen Hansen · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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    This Blueberry Almond Smoothie is vegan and plant-based, but still filling enough for a refreshing breakfast on the go. Making the smoothie with almond milk and almond butter gives a creamy texture while the blueberries add a beautiful color.

    blueberry smoothie with chia seeds

    You only need 6 ingredients to make this easy smoothie recipe. You can use either fresh or frozen fruit (or a mix of both). Chia and flax seeds add extra fiber and protein. If you love the simplicity of this smoothie, you'll also love this easy Mango Orange Smoothie that is also vegan and only uses 4 ingredients (plus ice).

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    • Blueberry Smoothie Ingredients
    • What are the health benefits of blueberries?
    • What is the best liquid to use in a smoothie?
    • What can I put in a smoothie to thicken it?
    • What fruit goes with blueberries?
    • Does almond milk makes smoothies thicker?
    • Do you put ice in a smoothie?
    • How to easily clean a blender?
    • How to Make Ahead Smoothies
    • Recipe
    • Reviews

    Blueberry Smoothie Ingredients

    It only takes 6 easy ingredients to make a nutritious, easy smoothie recipe. Here's what you need:

    • Almond Milk - I like to use vanilla unsweetened almond milk. You could swap in another non-dairy milk alternative as well.
    • Banana - fresh or frozen
    • Blueberries - fresh or frozen
    • Almond Butter
    • Chia Seeds
    • Flax Seeds
    Almond milk, frozen blueberries, frozen banana, chia seeds, flax seeds, and almond butter in bowls

    What are the health benefits of blueberries?

    Blueberries are loaded with antioxidants! They also have vitamin B6 and folate which are both good for heart health. They’re also known for being great for your skin.

    What is the best liquid to use in a smoothie?

    You can use a variety of different liquids depending on your preferences and what you have on hand. Using milk or non-dairy milk will give your smoothie a creamier texture. While using fruit juice will make your smoothie sweeter.

    • Milk
    • Non-Dairy Milk
    • Water or Coconut Water
    • Juice
    unblended blueberry smoothie in a vitamin
    blueberry smoothie in a vitamin

    What can I put in a smoothie to thicken it?

    The best way to thicken a smoothie is by using frozen fruit or ice cubes. For this smoothie with almond milk, I like to use both a frozen banana and frozen blueberries. But, if I only have fresh on hand then I just add a handful of ice cubes.

    What fruit goes with blueberries?

    Blueberries pair well with essentially any fruit! My favorites are other berries (raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries), cirrus fruits like lemon or oranges, and bananas.

    easy blueberry smoothie in a glass

    Does almond milk makes smoothies thicker?

    Using almond milk, or another non-dairy milk, does not make smoothies thicker but it does make them creamier than just using water or juice. I also like using Almond Milk in this Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie.

    Do you put ice in a smoothie?

    If you use frozen fruit, then you shouldn't need to add ice. But if your fruit isn't frozen, then you may want to add a few ice cubes to chill the smoothie and thicken it.

    blueberry smoothie topped with frozen blueberries

    How to easily clean a blender?

    Did you know that blenders practically clean themselves? I recommend doing this right after you pour your smoothie into a glass. If you let the blender sit and dry, the fruit will become stuck on and stubborn.

    • Fill with Water - Fill your dirty blender about half full with warm water.
    • Add Dish Soap - Add just a couple drops of dish soap to the water.
    • Blend - Close the lid on the blender and blend for about 30 seconds. The warm soapy water will swish up the sides.
    • Rinse - Finally just dump out the soapy water, give the blender a rinse with warm water, and that's it!
    blueberry smoothie in a glass

    How to Make Ahead Smoothies

    I do not recommend blending up any smoothie in advance. As the smoothie sit in the fridge, the texture really changes. However, you can prep smoothie packs!

    Meal Prep Smoothie Packs - Add all the blueberry smoothie ingredients (except for the almond milk) to a freezer quart bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. When ready to blend, just dump in the blender, add the almond milk, and blend. Because all of the ingredients are frozen, you may need to add an extra splash of almond milk.

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    Blueberry Almond Smoothie

    blueberry smoothie topped with frozen blueberries
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    This Blueberry Almond Smoothie is vegan and plant-based, but still filling enough for a refreshing breakfast on the go. Making the smoothie with almond milk and almond butter gives a creamy texture while the blueberries add a beautiful color.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 1 serving
    • Category: Drinks
    • Method: Blender
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegan

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup almond milk, I like vanilla unsweetened
    • 1 peeled banana, fresh or frozen
    • 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
    • 1 tablespoon almond butter
    • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
    • 1 tablespoon flax seeds

    Instructions

    1. Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. If you don't use any frozen fruit, you can add a few ice cubes to thicken it. If both your banana and blueberries are frozen, then you may need an extra splash of almond milk in order to blend. Serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 smoothie
    • Calories: 445
    • Sugar: 30 g
    • Sodium: 195 mg
    • Fat: 21 g
    • Carbohydrates: 61.4 g
    • Fiber: 15.6 g
    • Protein: 11.3 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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    1. Katie says

      March 30, 2023 at 9:25 pm

      So good and love the purple color!

      ★★★★★

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    2. Jenny says

      June 23, 2018 at 10:13 am

      Yay to any smoothie! I also love summer for all the fruits, it is so much fun to work with them !

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      • Kathleen says

        June 26, 2018 at 7:48 am

        Yes! Crazy how fast summer is going

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