Looking for a refreshing breakfast, snack or dessert? This Strawberry Smoothie Bowl is made with simple ingredients and is perfect when you are in need of a cold, delicious and fruity treat!

Energize your mornings with a vibrant and nutritious breakfast. This invigorating bowl is not only a feast for your senses but also a powerhouse of nutrients that will kickstart your day with a burst of vitality and flavor.

It tastes so decadent it will have you thinking you are eating dessert for breakfast. It’s creamy and thick and made quickly and easily in a blender.

A smoothie bowl is not just a breakfast; it’s a celebration of nourishment and vibrant flavor. With each spoonful, you will treat your body to a medley of nutrients, from protein to antioxidants, while delighting your palate with the sweetness of banana and strawberries.

You can customize your toppings to your heart’s content and relish the energy-boosting start to your day that this bowl provides. Whether you are looking for a post-workout refuel or a wholesome breakfast, this smoothie bowl has you covered.

Smoothie bowls are similar to smoothies but tend to be thicker, so they are ‘eaten’ rather than drunk. People sometimes question whether a smoothie bowl is healthy.

Well, let me tell you, smoothie and smoothie bowls absolutely CAN be a healthy choice – so long as they are what is considered a balanced meal!

The idea of a balanced meal is one that contains – 40% carbohydrates, 30% protein, 30% healthy fats. If its unbalanced, such as when you have a high amount of carbohydrates, little protein or healthy fat, it is not so healthy and will spike your blood sugar level for hours.

Balanced meals have a less severe effect on our blood sugar levels so after eating, our hunger hormone leptin decreases, and the appetite-suppressing hormone ghrelin is raised. This allows us to stay full for longer, and get on with our day without searching for a snack every half hour.

Smoothies and bowls that provide a balanced nutrient profile ARE a healthy choice. They will keep you fuller for longer, provide you with a variety of vitamins and minerals to nourish your cells, and maintain steady blood sugar levels to keep you functioning at your very best!

Sometimes people even question the high calorie nature of a smoothie or smoothie bowl. Our bodies are constantly using energy – even when we are laying at rest, the basic metabolic processes in our body need energy to keep functioning. Then, when we are going about our days, working, exercising, even just standing – our need for energy increases.

Food is the fuel for our bodies – so eating provides us with this energy. Keeping in mind the balanced meal idea, it is crucial to understand that different macronutrients (proteins, fats, and carbohydrates) have different caloric values and different effects on our bodies.

Protein and fats will keep you fuller for longer whereas carbohydrates provide a shorter and sharper source of energy. So despite the caloric content, a balanced smoothie bowl should keep you full and satisfied until your next meal!

Also, remember that food has much more value than just energy – it is hydrating, contains essential nutrients, provides you with mental clarity, maintains blood sugar levels, strengthens your bones, reduces out of control food cravings, boosts your immune system, and satisfies your SOUL!

This smoothie bowl is a great alternative to ice cream. If you are ever in the mood for ice cream but looking for an option that’s a little lighter and fresher, this strawberry smoothie bowl is the perfect option!

Easy Strawberry Smoothie Bowl [+ Toppings]

Easy strawberry smoothie bowl is a thick, creamy dessert-like breakfast and fully customizable to your wellness and nutrition goals!

 

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating breakfast, clean eating dessert or snack, easy strawberry smoothie bowl + toppings, healthy smoothie bowl, strawberry smoothie bowl

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 1 banana, sliced, frozen
• 1 cup strawberries, frozen
• 1/2 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 1 tablespoon cashew (or any other nut) butter
• 3-4 dates, roughly chopped (use more or less depending on how sweet you like it)

Optional mix-ins

• 1 scoop protein or collagen powder
• 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
• 2 tablespoons old-fashioned oats
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

• Shaved dark chocolate or chocolate chips
• Chopped nuts
• Fresh fruit
• Coconut flakes or shredded coconut
• Cacao nibs
• Drizzle nut butter
• Granola
• Drizzle whipped coconut cream – recipe below in notes

Notes

Add even more nutrition and healthy qualities to many other dishes with nutrient-dense fluffy, whipped coconut cream.

It’s a dairy-free dessert topping that is not overly sweet and made with simple ingredients. This whipped coconut cream is just as thick, luscious, and creamy as dairy-full whipped cream and ideal for topping cakes, tarts, puddings, hot cocoa, and more.

Made with just 3 ingredients in 5 minutes of active time. Be sure to chill the canned coconut milk the day before you need it.

Packed with healthy fats, tons of other good stuff and amazing flavour to help support a healthy, fit body.

Go here for the simple recipe:  Whipped Coconut Cream

 

 

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