I was nervous about cooking with spirulina at first. Its bright green color and smell of the ocean scared me. But, I learned about its health benefits and decided to try it. I made many dishes, like smoothies and snacks, to find healthy and tasty ones. Some were hits, others misses. But, I found surprisingly delicious ways to add spirulina to my meals. My main lesson was that the right mix of ingredients matters a lot. I was thrilled to see how simple changes could make a dish much better. My Spirulina Journey: Why I Decided to Experiment I was both excited and hesitant about adding spirulina to my diet. As someone who loves health, I knew about its benefits. But, I was worried about its strong taste. The Green Superfood Challenge Adding spirulina to my meals seemed tough. Its flavor can be too much, making it hard to make healthy spirulina recipes that taste good. I wanted to find ways to hide its taste while keeping its health benefits. Many find spirulina hard to add to their diet because of its taste. I chose to take the green superfood challenge. I wanted to make spirulina more enjoyable through different recipes. Setting My Expectations Before starting, I had clear goals. I aimed to make easy spirulina recipes that everyone would like. I looked for ingredients that would balance out spirulina’s taste. Expectation Criteria Taste Palatable and enjoyable Nutrition Retain spirulina’s nutritional benefits Ease of Preparation Simple and quick to prepare What Is Spirulina and Why Should You Care? Learning about spirulina is key for those wanting to add it to their vegan diet. Spirulina is a type of algae packed with nutrients. It has been eaten for centuries for its health perks. Nutritional Profile of Spirulina Spirulina is known for its high nutritional value. It’s a great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. Just one tablespoon of spirulina powder has a lot of protein, perfect for vegans. It’s also full of iron, calcium, and vitamins A and K. Nutrient Amount per Tablespoon Protein 4 grams Iron 2 mg Calcium 14 mg A health expert says, “Spirulina is a nutrient-dense food that provides a boost to the immune system and overall health.” Health Benefits of Spirulina Spirulina offers many health benefits. It’s full of antioxidants, which protect the body from harm. It also boosts the immune system and fights inflammation. Adding spirulina to vegan recipes makes them even healthier. Some main benefits are: By adding spirulina to your diet, you can enjoy these benefits and improve your health. How I Selected the Spirulina Recipes to Test Starting my spirulina journey, I knew I had to pick the right recipes. There were so many options, I needed a clear way to choose….