With summer quickly approaching and temperatures on the rise, there's no better way to cool down than with a delicious and nutritious frozen treat. These Kiwi-Lime Spirulina Popsicles not only taste refreshing and delicious, but they are also packed with nutrients to give you a boost of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

 

Spirulina, a type of blue-green algae, is a superfood powerhouse; it's highly nutrient dense, a complete protein, and has a wide range of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other beneficial compounds. Adding it to these popsicles not only enhances their nutritional value but also gives them a pretty vibrant green hue. The combination of tangy kiwi and zesty lime makes for a perfect flavor pairing that's sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.

 

Learn more about spirulina and why it is considered a superfood powerhouse at the link below:

Spirulina Powder 101: Why You Should Try This Microalgae

Maju’s Kiwi-LimeSpirulina Popsicle Recipe

Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 12 hours in the freezer
Total: 12 hrs 15 mins
Yield: 8 popsicles

 

Ingredients:

1 Cup Dairy-Free Yogurt

 

2 Cups Spinach

 

1 Cup Frozen Kiwi, Diced

 

¼ Cup Fresh Lime Juice

 

2 Tbsp Maple Syrup

 

2 Tbsp Cold Water

 

1 Tbsp Maju Organic Spirulina Powder

 

Other Helpful Tools:

Popsicle Molds (available on Amazon)

 

Instructions:

Step 1: Slowly stir spirulina powder into a cup with the 2 Tbsp of cold water until dissolved.

 

Step 2: Add yogurt, spinach, frozen kiwi, lime juice, and spirulina mixture into blender.

 

Step 3: Mix in honey, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper stirring until dissolved.

 

Step 4: Blend on high until smooth.

 

Step 5: Taste your mixture, make sure it is to your liking. If it needs more sweetness, add maple syrup and/or more lime juice until you are happy with the taste.

 

Step 6: Pour final mixture into popsicle molds.

 

Step 7: After about thirty minutes in the freezer, take molds back out and add in popsicle sticks (omit this step if your molds have them already built in).

 

Step 8: Put the popsicles back in the freezer and let set overnight.

 

Step 9: Run popsicle mold under hot water until it easily slips out.

 

Step 10: Enjoy!