Spirulina turns this smoothie an intense blue green that is hard to miss. Lamb's lettuce contributes a soft, nutty flavour, parsley a fresh herbal bite.
30 g
lamb's lettuce
10 g
flat-leaf parsley
½ tsp
spirulina powder
6¾ oz
water
1 tsp
lime juice optional, for freshness (optional)
Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice
Lamb's Lettuce Spirulina Smoothie with Parsley
Earthy and herbal with a nutty note from the lamb's lettuce and a faint oceanic hint from the spirulina.
Spirulina is a dried blue green alga sold as powder. It is known for its protein content and very strong colour, and it has a distinctive taste that some describe as sea like, so a small amount is plenty. Lamb's lettuce, also called corn salad, is one of the mildest salad greens and blends easily.
This is a savoury green drink rather than a fruit smoothie. A few drops of lime juice brighten it. If you are new to spirulina, start with a pinch and increase slowly.
Slightly salty and sea like. In small amounts and with fresh greens it is barely noticeable.
Yes, all ingredients are plant based.
Yes, baby spinach works just as well and tastes slightly milder.
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