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Cedella's Spirulina Smoothie
I begin every day with this spirulina smoothie. Spirulina is a protein- and iron-rich blue-green algae that gives me a natural and filling boost. I add it to a smoothie just like adding protein powder. Frozen blueberries help chill the drink without diluting it; if using fresh blueberries, you will probably want to add a few more ice cubes. Especially when herb-enhanced, this is a great way to mellow out post-workout while still feeling replenished and healthy.
Makes 2 8-ounce smoothies (5 mg THC per servings)
Ingredients
- 1 cup hulled and halved fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 banana
- ¾ cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if using fresh, increase the number of ice cubes)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons spirulina powder
- 1 teaspoon CannaOil (see below)
- 4 ice cubes
Method
- Add to a blender in this order: strawberries, pineapple, banana, blueberries, honey, spirulina powder, CannaOil, and ice cubes. Blend until smooth, stopping to stir and scrape down the blender jar if necessary. If you like it more like a juice than a smoothie, thin it out with cold filtered water.
- Divide between 2 glasses and serve.
CannaOil
Makes 2 cups (1 serving = ½ teaspoon = 5 mg THC)
Ingredients
- 2 cups coconut oil, extra-virgin olive oil, or grapeseed oil
- ¼ ounce (7 g) cannabis flower (dose based on 15 percent THC herb)
Method
- Grind the herb using a hand grinder (you don’t want it to be powder-fine—think dried oregano).
- Combine the oil and herb in a medium saucepan and bring to a low simmer over medium heat (the oil should be hot but not boiling).
- Reduce the heat to low and cook the infusion very slowly, stirring occasionally and maintaining a temperature of between 200°F and 250°F, until the top layer in the saucepan changes from watery to glossy and thick, about 2 hours.
- Set a sieve over a medium bowl and line the sieve with cheesecloth. Pour the infusion into the sieve and let it sit until all of the oil is filtered, about 5 minutes. Fold the ends of the cheesecloth over the herb and use a rubber spatula to press on the solids, extracting as much oil as possible (discard the solids). Transfer to a jar, seal, and store at room temperature for up to 3 months. Note that CannaOil made with coconut oil will solidify; reheat gently to liquefy if necessary.
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