Butterfly Pea Flower Smoothie for Stunning Blue
This vibrant, naturally blue smoothie uses butterfly pea flower tea to create a stunning visual effect and a delicate earthy flavor. It's a refreshing, antioxidant-rich beverage perfect for a healthy breakfast or a colorful Instagram-worthy drink.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong butterfly pea flower tea, chilled steep 1-2 tbsp dried flowers in 1 cup hot water for 5-10 minutes, then cool completely
- 1 cup frozen banana slices
- 0.5 cup frozen mango chunks
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 4 ice cubes optional
Notes
Storage: Best enjoyed immediately. If needed, store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours; stir well before serving as it may separate slightly. Make-Ahead: Prepare the tea the night before and chill. Freeze sliced bananas and mango chunks in advance. Substitutions: Use coconut yogurt for dairy-free. Swap mango for pineapple or peaches. Agave syrup can replace honey. For a color-changing effect, add a splash more lemon juice after blending to turn the smoothie purple.