Blue Smoothie
This recipe guides you through making a quick and refreshing blue smoothie. It combines unsweetened apple and orange juices with frozen blueberries, a ripe banana, and ice for a vibrant, healthy, and naturally sweet beverage. Perfect for a swift breakfast or a revitalizing snack.
Equipment
- 1 High-Speed Blender Essential for achieving a smooth, consistent texture.
- 1 Liquid Measuring Cup For accurate measurement of juices.
- 1 Dry Measuring Cups For measuring frozen blueberries.
- 1 Chef's knife For preparing the banana.
- 2 Drinking Glasses For serving.
Ingredients
Main
- 3/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 3/4 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 very ripe banana
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Gather all specified ingredients: unsweetened apple juice, orange juice, frozen blueberries, a very ripe banana, and ice cubes.
- Peel the very ripe banana and break it into a few pieces to facilitate easier blending.
- Carefully pour the measured unsweetened apple juice and orange juice into the blender carafe.
- Add the frozen blueberries, the prepared banana pieces, and the ice cubes to the blender.
- Secure the lid on the blender and process on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform, with no visible chunks.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a small splash more of apple juice; if too thin, add a few more frozen blueberries or ice cubes and blend again until desired consistency is reached.
- Pour the finished blue smoothie evenly into two serving glasses.
- Serve immediately to enjoy its refreshing taste and smooth, chilled texture.
Notes
For optimal sweetness and creamy texture, ensure your banana is very ripe, as it contributes significantly to the smoothie's body and flavor profile. To achieve a perfectly smooth consistency without excessive dilution, use frozen blueberries directly from the freezer and blend thoroughly. If you prefer a thicker smoothie, reduce the amount of ice or add a few more frozen blueberries. For an extra layer of flavor and nutritional boost, consider adding a small piece of fresh ginger or a handful of baby spinach (which won't noticeably alter the blue hue). A squeeze of fresh lime juice can also brighten the overall taste. Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature.