Epic Green Smoothie Bowl
This creamy green smoothie bowl is a ridiculously easy and delicious way to kickstart your day (with just 4 ingredients!). After blending up more smoothie bowls than I can count, I’m sharing the secret to getting it just right. It’s so good that you’ll actually look forward to eating your greens (trust me!).The Foolproof FormulaWe all know life can get a little crazy, right? Back while I was working long days in my gym and training clients, I was always on the go and barely had time to grab a proper meal!That’s where green smoothies (and their fancier cousin, smoothie bowls) come in. You can just toss a few ingredients (4 in this case) into your blender, and voila! You’ve got a balanced green smoothie bowl packed with nutrients and flavor - all in under 5 minutes).I mean, four ingredients, and you have got a full meal? It’s exactly the kind of life hack I became a fitness professional for! So, here’s how to make the epic green smoothie bowl that fueled me through long working days - I can’t wait for you to try it!Here’s What You’ll NeedThe base ingredients for this green smoothie bowl recipe are pretty simple, but you can get creative with the add-ins and toppings!Frozen Fruit: You can use any frozen fruit you have on hand, like pineapple, mango, berries, or cherries. Banana: The banana should be peeled and frozen previously. This is to ensure a super creamy (ice cream-like) texture!Spinach: Puts the“green” in this green smoothie bowl! I like to use baby spinach, as it’s a little sweeter, less fibrous, and fits better in the blender.Liquid: Depending on my mood, I typically choose oat milk, almond, coconut milk or orange juice. But even coconut water or plain water will work!Toppings: The possibilities are endless here! Some of my favorites are sliced kiwis, fresh berries, coconut flakes, nuts, and seeds.My Best TipTo thicken the smoothie and add nutrients and fiber, I recommend adding chia, hemp or flax seeds. You can also toss in a handful of oats for extra creaminess, a spoonful of nut butter for healthy fats, or a scoop of protein powder to keep you full longer.Flavor VariationsTropical Resort: This is probably my favorite take on this green machine. To make this flavor, use frozen pineapple and coconut milk. For toppings, use shredded coconut, cashew butter, and diced pineapple or mango.Creamy And Dreamy: For an extra creamy consistency, use avocado, frozen mango, and cashew milk. And since this is such a creamy bowl, I like to use toppings with a little crunch (like granola and blueberries/strawberries).Protein Bro: This one is for after you have had a hard gym sesh (or just need something a little more filling to hold you over!). Use a scoop of vanilla protein powder, peanut butter, frozen banana, and frozen cauliflower, along with whole milk. Top with more bananas, nuts, and raspberries (because they are so tasty!).
Servings 1
Ingredients
- 1 banana previously peeled, sliced and frozen
- 1 cup frozen fruit, such as pineapple, mango, berries, or cherries
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/4 cup liquid, any milk. orange juice or coconut water
Optional Thickener
- 1 tablespoon chia or hemp seeds or 2 tablespoons rolled oats
Optional Nutrition Boosters
- 1 teaspoon flax seeds, moringa powder, spirulina or turmeric
Protein Booster
- 1 scoop protein or collagen powder
Toppings
- Sliced fruit, shaved coconut, nuts or seeds
Instructions
- Freeze: Pick the fruit you want to use and freeze it into chunks. Peel, chop, and freeze the banana.Blend: Combine frozen fruits, spinach, and your chosen liquid (+ optional ingredients) in a blender until smooth, pushing down the sides as needed to get everything blended (you may need more a little more liquid to get things moving).Serve: Pour evenly into a bowl and decorate with your favorite toppings.
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