Spirulina Recipes - Spirulina Smoothie with Banana and Spinach - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
220
Calories
5g
Protein
45g
Carbs
2g
Fat
Grocery list: Spirulina powder, ripe banana, fresh spinach, almond milk, honey. This smoothie has a low GI due to the high fiber content of spinach and banana.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon spirulina powder (10g)
- 1 ripe banana (120g)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (30g)
- 1 cup almond milk (240ml)
- 1 tablespoon honey (21g)
Instructions
- Step 1: Blend spinach, banana, and almond milk until smooth. Step 2: Add spirulina powder and honey, blend again until well mixed. Step 3: Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
This smoothie is packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Spirulina is a superfood rich in protein and B vitamins. Banana provides natural sweetness and is high in potassium. Spinach adds fiber and iron. Almond milk is a great source of calcium and vitamin D. This recipe is quick and easy, perfect for a healthy breakfast on the go.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spirulina, Spinach.
Spirulina is a protein rich food, which is high in omega-3 fatty acids and high in iron. Spirulina is also high in B vitamins, including folic acid. Spirulina is high in calcium, and thought to have more than 20 times the amount of calcium that is in milk. Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps red...
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