Spirulina Blueberry Cashew Cream Shake

Recipe makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

Shake:
1/3 cup (65g) raw cashews, soaked in hot water for 10-15 minutes, drained
1 ½ cup (364ml) unsweetened cashew milk or another plant-based milk of choice
1 cup (148g) fresh or frozen blueberries
1/2 avocado (70g), pitted and peeled
2 scoops HLTH Code Creamy Vanilla
1 tsp (2g) spirulina powder
2 ½ Tbsp (16g) flaxseed meal or hemp seeds
Sweetener of choice, to taste (optional)
Handful ice cubes

Garnish (optional):
Coconut flakes or whipped coconut cream

Instructions

Add all shake ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy.

If desired, sprinkle with coconut flakes or top with whipped coconut cream. Serve immediately.

Nutritional breakdown per serving (recipe makes 2 servings)
485 Calories
21.4g Protein
33.5g Fat
11.5g Fiber
30.4g Total Carbs
18.9g NET Carbs
Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.