The ultra-popular smoothie got a makeover in a BIG way in 2020! If you scroll through Instagram you’ll find over 2 million posts with the hashtag #smoothiebowl, plus entire accounts dedicated to this fresh food trend, because not only do they taste great - they literally look like a piece of art!
A smoothie bowl starts with a hearty thick blend of whole foods, ingredients like frozen fruits, veggies, and other healthy option add-ins like avocados, oatmeal or yogurt. In comparison to a typical smoothie that you would drink with a straw, the staple of a smoothie bowl has a thicker texture, like frozen yogurt. The base goes into a bowl and then the fun happens - you can artfully decorate your delicious bowl with a variety of toppings, from simple berries to granola to dark chocolate chips to chia seeds, the options are never-ending here.
Some other benefits - Smoothie bowls contain more fruit and less liquid, which makes for a more filling meal replacement. Also, you are eating your bowl with a spoon rather than drinking a smoothie through a straw, which encourages you to slow down and practice being a more mindful eater, since smoothie bowls can’t be gulped down on the go!
Raspberry/Banana (Vegan)
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 ripe banana (sliced and frozen)
- 2-3 tbsp oat milk or almond milk (add more if needed)
Toppings: Fresh Raspberries, Chia Seeds & Shredded Coconut
Blueberry/Peach
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 ripe banana (sliced and frozen)
- 1 cup peach greek yogurt
Toppings: Fresh Strawberries, Almonds & Granola
Peanut butter/Chocolate
- 1 cup vanilla greek yogurt
- 1 ripe banana (sliced and frozen)
- 2-3 TBSP oat milk or coconut milk
- 2 TBSP natural peanut butter
- 1 TBSP coco powder
- 2-4 ice cubes
Toppings: Sliced Banana, Dark Chocolate Chips & Shredded Coconut
Instructions for ALL!
- Add all ingredients to your blender and blend on low - add more liquid (oat or almond milk if needed).
- Scrape down sides of blender as needed, until the mixture, reaches a soft serve consistency.
- Scoop into 1-2 serving bowls and top with your fave toppings.
- Best when fresh, but leftovers keep in the freezer for 1-2 weeks. Let thaw before enjoying!
