Blue Tea Smoothie Recipe

Blue tea, also known as butterfly pea flower tea, is renowned for its vibrant color and subtle earthy flavor. With fruits and creamy bases, it becomes a beautiful and nutrient-rich smoothie. Here's how you can make a blue tea smoothie that's not only visually appealing but also filled with antioxidants and health benefits.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

For the Blue Tea Base:

  1. 2 teaspoons dried butterfly pea flowers, or 1 butterfly pea tea bag

  2. 1 cup of hot water

  3. For the Smoothie:

  4. 1 frozen banana that adds creaminess and natural sweetness

  5. ½ cup of fresh pineapple chunks for tropical flavor

  6. ½ cup of plain or vanilla yogurt, dairy or plant-based to your preference

  7. ½ cup of almond milk or any milk

  8. 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, optional but for extra sweetness

  9. Ice cubes as needed

Optional Toppings:

  1. Fresh fruits like blueberries or kiwi slices

  2. Chia seeds

  3. Granola

How to make it

Step 1: Blue Tea

  • Steep the dried butterfly pea flowers or tea bag in 1 cup of hot water in a cup for 5–7 minutes until the water changes color to bright blue.
  • Let the tea cool down to room temperature. To have a colder smoothie, put it in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes.

Step 2: Blend the Smoothie

  • Blend all the frozen banana, pineapple chunks, yogurt, almond milk, and cooled blue tea in a blender.
  • Add honey or maple syrup for a sweeter smoothie
  • Blend until it becomes smooth and creamy. Add a little splash of almond milk if too thick, and vice versa for thicker: just add some ice cubes and blend again

Step 3: Assemble and Serve

  • Pour the smoothie into glasses, watching the vibrant blue hue shine.
  • Garnish with your choice of toppings, such as fresh blueberries, kiwi slices, chia seeds, or a sprinkle of granola for added texture.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing blend of flavors.

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Why You'll Love This Blue Tea Smoothie

  • Rich in Antioxidants: Butterfly pea flowers are packed with antioxidants that help combat free radicals, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy skin.
  • Nutrient Boost: Banana and pineapple blend contains essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C and potassium. Adding yogurt also contributes to probiotics to keep your gut healthy.
  • Dairy-Free Version: You can turn this smoothie vegan-friendly by using plant-based yogurt and milk, and perfect for people who have lactose intolerance.
  • Mood-Boosting Color: It is the color that gives the drink its perfect Instagram-worthiness - blue.
  • Purple Swirl: Mix in some lemon juice in a part of the smoothie, which gives a lovely swirly look, as blue tea turns to a beautiful hue of purple in between the swirl.
  • Protein Power: This protein shake is highly powerful as a scoop of vanilla or unflavored protein powder will add quite some amount.
  • Superfood Upgrade: A little spoonful of spirulina or a few leaves of spinach makes a big upgrade on nutrients while having almost the same taste.

This is one of those healthy indulgences: blue tea smoothie, the perfect breakfast or a snack to go during the middle of the day, even post-workout, it will quench your tropical flavor with a silky creaminess that you just cannot help but love.