This blueberry apple smoothie is not only healthy but it tastes just great. An amazingly refreshing wakeup call in the morning or maybe as a lively pick me up during the day.
Whatever your preference for when you like to have your smoothie, whether it's a quick breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a healthy mid-morning energy boost this blueberry apple smoothie delivers.
It's packed with antioxidants, gives you a good shot of vitamin C, adds to your daily fibre requirements and is a simple and refreshing way to give your body a nutrient boost.
We all know we should be eating lots more fruit and vegetables than we do. But it's not always easy is it?
We’re told on a daily basis about the health benefits of eating as much, or at least 5 portions of fruit and veg (some nutritionists promote 7) per day.
Studies show, and indeed if you go by the Mediterranean diet, that I love, there is definitely truth and evidence to show that adopting such a lifestyle, a diet rich in plant-based foods, can help to lower the level and risk of heart disease and certain cancers.
This blueberry apple smoothie can also help to get you there. With just a few wholesome ingredients, it's naturally sweet, has no added sugar and is incredibly easy to make!
The baobab powder in this blueberry apple smoothie (which you should be able to find in your local health food store) adds an extra nutritional boost.
Just one teaspoon provides 12 essential minerals and vitamins including calcium, iron, manganese and potassium.
You can read about why you need those vital elements on a daily basis in vitamins and minerals.
If you’re not eating enough fruit and vegetables daily, to get your daily vitamin and mineral requirements, adding a teaspoon of this superfood powder can help.
Baobab is optional in this recipe though, so not necessary if you cannot get it!
Leaving it out will not change the delicious taste of the smoothie, it will only lower the nutritional content.
This is a smoothie that's as nourishing as it is tasty. It's also a great option during blueberry season, but frozen berries will do just as well at any time of year as well.
So whether you're topping up your daily fruit intake or just looking for a cool, creamy and naturally sweet energising drink this smoothie is a winner!
Blueberry Apple Smoothie Benefits and Why It's Great For Weight Loss
- Rich in Antioxidants – Blueberries are packed with antioxidants which help protect our body's cells from stress and can support healthy ageing.
- Boosts Immunity – Apples and blueberries are both high in vitamin C which help strengthen our immune system and in turn fight off colds and infections.
- Aids Digestion & Supports Gut Health – Apples naturally contain fibre which helps your digestive system and promotes a healthy gut.
- Naturally Sweet With No Added Sugar – This apple blueberry smoothie is full of natural energy without any refined sugar needing added.
- Boabab Powder Superfood Nutrition – Just one teaspoon can add essential vitamins and minerals like potassium, iron and calcium to help your daily wellbeing.
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Blueberry Apple Smoothie Recipe
And if you enjoyed this blueberry apple smoothie be sure to head on over and try out my popular raspberry and pear smoothie!
I’d love to hear what you think of my recipe in the comments below and please do rate my recipe 5* if you like it! 🙂
Blueberry Apple Smoothie Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 300 g blueberries
- 225 ml apple juice
- 120 ml vanilla yogurt 0% fat
- 4 ice cubes
- 50 g raspberries
- 1 teaspoon baobab powder optional
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients into your blender / smoothie maker and blend until smooth
- Best served chilled
lindsay
ohhh i have yet to try this combo! on my list. what a refreshing twist! and great job on the photos!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Thank you Lindsay. I know how hard you work on your food photographs too, so your comments make me feel much more confident about this particular recipe's set of photographs. 🙂
Shashi at RunninSrilankan
Wait - Neil - you think you need to go to "smoothie photography school"??? Bwahaha - that's funny - these photos are absolutely fabulous - in fact, I wish they weren't so good because then I could just mosey on through WITHOUT the need to slurp the smoothie through my screen! 🙂
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Aw, thank you Shashi. 😀
I'm so glad you liked the smoothie recipe and that you think the photos are good. I think I've probably gone and looked at too many other smoothie recipe photographs from other sites, and probably over compared mine to those ones. Mental note - must not compare my work to other peoples work. Everyone sees things differently. Thanks again . 🙂
Meghan
I actually think you have great photos here, but I have also struggled with smoothies before, too. I think because the texture changes the longer it sits, you need to make sure the top of the glass is clean, etc. I've learned that smaller glasses (and dishes in general) are easier to photograph!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Thanks Meghan. I think you are right about the texture changing the longer it sits, you've got to be quick to photograph smoothies haven't you?
After reading a photography article the other day, I'm in agreement with you that smaller glasses and dishes in general are the way forward. I'll be keeping that in mind from now on! 🙂
Shirley Lovell
Simple to make and naturally sweet. Also liked how it has very few ingredients. Thanks Neil!
Neil
Thank you so much for your kind comments Shirley and for taking the time to make this smoothie recipe! Glad you liked it! 🙂