Wild Blueberries . . . I’m, well, just wild about them. I stir them in my oatmeal, toss in my salads, and blend up in smoothies – like this recipe for Wild Blueberry Coconut Pie Smoothie I’m sharing today. This smoothie is super yummy, and yes it tastes like a coconut cream pie and blueberry cheesecake collided! In one tall glass, you get natural energy and antioxidants from Wild Blueberries, hydration-balancing electrolytes from coconut water and satiating, muscle-making protein from low-fat cottage cheese. I love to make this vibrant Wild Blueberry smoothie for a quick breakfast, as post-workout or long run refueling or as a healthier dessert option after dinner or before bed.
So, back to the berries. Did you know Wild Blueberries aren’t the same thing as regular cultivated blueberries? I was already stalking the frozen aisle to buy these special berries for their intense sweet-tart taste long before I came to learn of all the healthy attributes. For example, Wild Blueberries have double the antioxidant capacity of regular blueberries and recent research is suggesting that they may play an important role in gut and brain health and also lower the incidence of diabetes and certain cancers. Talk about small but mighty!
Wild Blueberries are primarily grown in Main and Eastern Canada and date back more than 10,000 years! About 99% of the crops today are individually quick frozen to lock-in nutrition and taste – it also means you can cater to blueberry cravings anytime of the year just by grabbing a bag out of the freezer. There are many “brands” of Wild Blueberries, and I don’t prefer one over the other — just look for the word “Wild” on the package to ensure you’re getting the most potent and powerful blueberries around!
So, have you ever eaten WILD blueberries? What is your favorite ingredient to put in a smoothie — surprise me, I’m always looking for creative new things to try. Share in the comments below – XOXO, Jennifer
By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the Wild Blueberry Association of North America and I am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.
- 1/2 cup froze Wild Blueberries
- 8 ounces coconut water
- 1/3 cup low fat cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons shredded, unsweetened coconut
- 1 to 2 packets stevia, to taste
- 1/2 cup ice, or more if needed
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Add all ingredients to blender and process until smooth. Pour into tall glass, garnish with additional blueberries and coconut flakes. Enjoy immediately.
Oooh! I love the idea of using cottage cheese. And the coconut with the blueberry sounds like a great combo!
It’s a great way to get that protein in there if you don’t want to do a protein powder 🙂
As soon as I read cheese cake I thought “cottage cheese!” I love adding it to smoothies. Blueberries are a great idea too. I’m so ready for spring and berry season!
Right,?! Isn’t cottage cheese genius in smoothies 🙂
Oh I SO LOVE ME THE BERRIES—but the CottageCHEESE??!!
Id never considered adding that!!!!
While I’m not a huge fan of coconut, I do LOVE blueberries. This looks great. Thanks for linking up!
Ha! Swap with a few banana slices and call it blueberry banana cream pie smoothie!
I did not know there was a difference between wild and reg blueberries! Intrigued! Love to have you join our Meatless Monday link up as well
Thanks Deborah, I’ll check it out!
Adding cottage cheese to smoothies is the BEST. This looks great!
Thanks Courtney!
Some people have problems with cottage cheese, but honestly, I think, if I could eat it – I totally would ADORE IT and I would love to mix in so much protein powder into it! 🙂
Honestly, i like the consistency of cottage cheese better when it’s blended rather than curdy
This looks fabulous! Blueberries & Coconut are my faves & my kids will love this too 🙂 I’m eager to try it with the cottage cheese as well, Pinned! I would love for you to share this in the Sunday Fitness & Food Link-Up at http://www.marathonsandmotivation.com Have a Great Week!!
Thanks Angela — hope you enjoy, and I’m checking our link you now! thanks