Unlock the secret to a delectable yet wholesome treat with this irresistible blueberry yogurt smoothie recipe. Combining the antioxidant-rich goodness of blueberries with the probiotic benefits of yogurt, this smoothie is not only a feast for your taste buds but also a boon for your overall health.

Ingredients You'll Need to Make This Blueberry Yogurt Smoothie

Fresh or frozen blueberries - bursting with antioxidants to combat oxidative stress and boost overall health. Use frozen blueberries for a more refreshing smoothie.

Bananas - for natural sweetness and a creamy texture that complements the tanginess of the yogurt.

Plant-based milk - choose your preferred plant-based milk, whether it's almond, soy, coconut, or oat, as the base of this smoothie.

Plant-based yogurt - soy, coconut and oat yogurt all work well in this recipe. Using soy yogurt will make the smoothie higher in protein.

Agave syrup - a natural sweetener that won't spike your blood sugar levels. You can also substitute it with maple syrup or a sweetener of your choice.

Chia seeds - packed with omega-3 fatty acids, fibre and protein, to add a satisfying crunch and boost the smoothie's nutritional profile.

Are Blueberries Really That Healthy?

Yes, blueberries are actually one of the healthiest berries you can eat, and are sometimes also referred to as the king of antioxidants. They’re low in calories and super high in fibre, vitamins C and K, and manganese.

In fact, blueberries have the highest antioxidant capacity of all popular fruits and vegetables. So, what exactly are antioxidants?

Antioxidants are molecules that help your body combat oxidative stress. That’s a state in which there are too many free radicals in the body. When these free radicals interact with the body’s cells, they cause damage that is linked to chronic inflammation, a weakened immune system and many harmful diseases.

There are lots of great sources of antioxidants out there, not just blueberries, including these popular smoothie ingredients:

Apricots
Carrots
Grapes
Oranges
Spinach
Watermelon

You can learn more about antioxidants from this super informative article on antioxidants from Better Health.

How Do I Know If I’m Using Probiotic Yogurt?

First of all, yes, probiotic yogurt can be vegan, or vegan yogurt can have probiotics. You can read all about it in this short post on whether vegan yogurt can be probiotic.

But that doesn’t mean that all vegan yogurts are probiotic. When you’re buying yogurt, make sure that the label says something like “Live/Active Cultures”. Alternatively, if you see the words “heat treated”, this means that the live bacteria in the yogurt have been killed off in favour of longer shelf life.

If you want to make your own vegan yogurt, here's a recipe for homemade yogurt that is healthier, cheaper and tastier than store bought.

How to Make Sure You’re Making the Best Blueberry Yogurt Smoothie for You

If you love frozen treats, use frozen blueberries and even frozen bananas to make this a cool, refreshing smoothie.
In this beautiful day and age, there are dozens of types of milk and milk alternatives out there, so don’t be shy to use your favourite one. I tend to stick to unsweetened almond milk because of its very mild flavour and low calorie value, but this smoothie works great with soy, coconut and cashew milk as well.
To make this smoothie completely sugar free, simply omit agave syrup.

Recipes with Probiotics

Probiotics should be an essential part of any diet, vegan on non-vegan. They help balance good and bad bacteria, and essentially keep your tummy healthy in more than one way.

It’s no secret that I love to use probiotics in the kitchen, and this blueberry smoothie is actually just one of my many probiotic concoctions. Others include: