Blueberry Smoothie (Vegan, Gluten Free)

This healthy spinach blueberry smoothie recipe is the perfect simple breakfast or snack! Perfect for breakfast on the go, this smoothie is deliciously thick and creamy and packed full of nutrition!

Why this recipe works

• This healthy blueberry green smoothie is made without bananas or sugary ingredients, so it’s low in carbs and won’t spike your blood sugar like other smoothies might!
• Packed with protein, healthy fats and fiber, this smoothie is the perfect balanced meal and you can eat it on the go! The perfect solution to your busy mornings!
• Hate drinking your breakfast? That’s ok! Eat your smoothie in a bowl with your favorite toppings like this homemade paleo granola to make it even more filling and enjoyable! It’s super thick and satisfying!

What to add to your smoothies to make sure they are filling?

• Protein – Protein is known to be very satisfying and the lack of protein in a meal can actually be what makes you feel very hungry very fast. Adding protein will make your smoothies instantly more satisfying!
  • This recipe uses protein powder to add protein. Protein powder is easy to digest and a great choice when you are trying to get breakfast on the go in under 5 minutes!
• Healthy fats – Fats help fill you up and are also very important for the absorption of other vitamins and minerals. One of the easiest ways to add fats to your smoothies is by adding a nut butter. Almond butter, coconut butter, sunflower seeds butter or even peanut butter all work here!
• Vegetables – vegetables not only add a ton of vitamins and minerals but they also help add more fiber and volume to the smoothie, making it more filling.
• Fiber – fiber is known to help you feel physically full after eating. By adding ground flax seeds or chia seeds to smoothies, this adds a ton of fiber and also helps thicken the smoothies, making them more like a milkshake consistency!

How to make a blueberry smoothie?

These blueberry smoothies can be thrown together in under 5 minutes, to get tips on how to get them together even faster be sure to check out the meal plan tips below!

• Step 1: Start by getting out all of the ingredients.
• Step 2: Measure the ingredients and add them to your high speed blender (affiliate)
• Step 3: Blend on high until smooth. Serve in a cup or pour into a bowl and top with your favorite toppings.

What toppings go best on blueberry smoothie bowls?

• Homemade granola
• Sliced fruit
• Chopped nuts
• Drizzle of nut butter (this honey sunbutter or this walnut cashew cookie butter would be great here)
• Toasted coconut flakes
• Hemp hearts
• Chia seeds

How to meal prep smoothies?

You can measure out certain smoothie ingredients and divide them into freezer safe bags (affiliate) or containers so you can make smoothies even faster in the morning.

• For this blueberry smoothie, you can measure out the frozen blueberries, frozen spinach, ground flax and store them all in a freezer safe bag.
• In the morning, simply add the contents of the bag to the blender. Add a serving of protein powder, dairy free milk and a tablespoon of your favorite nut butter. Blend on high.

Substitution and FAQ’s

What are the best blueberries to use?

I recommend buying frozen blueberries for smoothies. Because they are frozen, they help keep the smoothie cold and thick when blending.

Try to grab organic or wild frozen blueberries when you are at the store. Blueberries are highly sprayed and are always on the dirty 15 list, so grab organic when you can!

What is the best kind of dairy free milk to use?

 I always recommend using a unsweetened dairy free milk. Here are some of my favorites for smoothies:

• Almond milk
• Cashew milk
• Oat milk
• Hemp milk
• Coconut milk (in the carton not in the can)

What kind of nut butter can you use in this blueberry smoothie recipe?

The nut butter adds healthy fats and also helps add a creamy consistency to the smoothies. Here are some great ideas:

• Coconut butter
• Almond butter
• Sunflower seed butter
• Cashew butter
• Peanut butter
• Tahini

What if you don’t have any ground flax seed?

The ground flax helps to thicken the smoothie. If you don’t have any ground flax seed, you can also use chia seeds. If you have whole flax seeds, you can grind them down in your blender before adding them to the smoothie.

If you are not able to add flax or chia seeds, you can omit them from the recipe however you may need to add a little less liquid (2 tablespoons up to ¼ cup depending on how thick you like your smoothies).

What kind of protein powder should you use in this blueberry smoothie?

I used a vegan protein powder. Vegan protein powders absorb liquid and can help give the smoothie a very thick texture. I highly recommend grabbing a vegan protein powder sample to try the next time you are at the grocery store or you can order a sample of my favorite, Nuzest (affiliate) to try!

If you cannot tolerate vegan protein powders or prefer not to use it, you can also you whatever your favorite protein powder is: whey, collagen, egg white, beef. If your protein powder is unflavored, you may want to add vanilla extract to help enhance the flavor.

What if you don’t have frozen spinach?

You can also use frozen kale, frozen cauliflower rice or even frozen zucchini in place of the frozen spinach. You can also use fresh spinach but the smoothie may not be as creamy and thick.

How to sweeten this spinach blueberry smoothie without banana?

This low carb smoothie is sweetened by the blueberries and also gets additional sweetness from the protein powder. If that is not sweet enough, you can add 1 pitted date or 1 tablespoon of maple syrup or honey to your smoothies.

Storage suggestions:

This smoothie can be stored in the fridge for 24-48 hours in a sealed glass container. I like to use mason jars (affiliate) with a tight fitting lid for this.

If you want more smoothie recipes, you should try:

• Coconut Peanut Butter Green Smoothie
• Strawberry Banana Green Smoothie
• Mocha Cookie Espresso Smoothie
• Low Carb Peanut Butter Smoothie
• Mint Chocolate Protein Shake

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Blueberry Green Smoothie

Easy Blueberry Smoothie is the perfect healthy breakfast! Filled with protein and low in carbs, this vegan smoothie is made without yogurt or banana but is still super creamy and delicious! This healthy smoothie recipe is dairy free, gluten free and keto friendly!

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Blueberry Green Smoothie, spinach blueberry smoothie, vegan blueberry smoothie

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 1

Calories: 365kcal

Author: Samantha Rowland

Ingredients

• 3/4-1 cup frozen spinach
• 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
• 1 tbs. flax seeds
• 1 tbs. coconut butter or nut butter of choice, see notes
• 1 serving vanilla protein powder Nuzest
• 1/2 - 1 cup dairy free milk see notes

Instructions

• Add ingredients to the blender in the order listed. Blend until smooth

Notes

Substitutions for coconut butter: 

• Almond butter
• Sunflower seed butter
• Cashew butter
• Peanut butter
• Tahini

Dairy free milk choices:

• Almond milk
• Cashew milk
• Oat milk
• Hemp milk
• Coconut milk (in the carton not in the can)

If you cannot find frozen spinach try:

• Frozen kale
• Frozen cauliflower rice
• Frozen zucchini

If you don't have ground flax, use chia seeds!

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 923mg | Potassium: 543mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 274.4% | Vitamin C: 16.5% | Calcium: 64.6% | Iron: 39.1%

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Update Notes: This recipe was originally posted in June 2015, but was published again in June 2019 to include step by step directions, recipe video, recipe notes and new photos.