Spirulina mint lemonade

Ingredients

• Juice of 3 lemons (about 100 ml)
• 2 g spirulina powder
• Small handful fresh mint leaves
• 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
• 400 ml cold water
• Ice and mint sprigs to serve

Method

1. Dissolve spirulina in 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice, whisking until smooth — the acid helps disperse the powder without clumping.
2. Add remaining lemon juice, water, and maple syrup. Stir to combine.
3. Bruise the mint leaves by pressing them between your palms, then add to the jug. Let steep for 2 minutes.
4. Serve over ice with fresh mint sprigs. The colour will be a vivid green-gold.

Why this pairing works

The acidic environment of the lemon juice actually improves spirulina dispersal, and the strong citrus-mint flavour profile completely overwhelms any spirulina taste. This is the most crowd-pleasing spirulina drink in the community because it looks extraordinary. The lemon also maximises iron absorption from the spirulina.