Blueberry Vanilla Bean Vegan Smoothie

This blueberry vanilla bean vegan smoothie is a delicious and refreshing way to start your day. It's made with frozen blueberries, ripe banana, plant-based milk, plain vegan yogurt, vanilla bean paste, and maple syrup. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor. The smoothie is thick and creamy, and it's packed with nutrients. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables, and it's also a good source of protein and fiber.

This smoothie was inspired by my love of blueberries and vanilla beans. I've always loved the flavor of blueberries, and I think they're the perfect fruit for a smoothie. They're sweet and tart, and they have a beautiful purple color. Vanilla beans are another one of my favorite ingredients. They add a rich and creamy flavor to anything they're added to. I decided to combine these two flavors in a smoothie, and the result was amazing. The smoothie is thick and creamy, and it's packed with flavor. It's the perfect way to start your day, or to enjoy as a snack.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups frozen blueberries
• 1 ripe banana, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup plant-based milk
• 1/4 cup plain vegan yogurt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Taste and adjust sweetness or consistency as desired.
4. Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately.

Why It Works

• The frozen blueberries give the smoothie a thick and creamy texture.
• The ripe banana adds sweetness and creaminess to the smoothie.
• The plant-based milk adds creaminess and a neutral flavor to the smoothie.
• The plain vegan yogurt adds protein and creaminess to the smoothie.
• The vanilla bean paste adds a rich and creamy flavor to the smoothie.
• The maple syrup adds sweetness to the smoothie.
• The cinnamon (optional) adds a warm and spicy flavor to the smoothie.