Green Smoothie Bowl

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Make a healthy green smoothie bowl with fruits, plant-based milk, spinach, puffed quinoa, pistachios, and spirulina.

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In about 20 minutes with Frozen Peach Slices, Bananas, Kiwi, Spinach, Spirulina, Puffed Quinoa, Raspberries, Pistachios, and Almond Milk, you can have a beautiful Bowl.

Green Smoothie Bowl with a striped napkin, and kiwi on the table.

For full recipe ingredients and directions see the recipe card below.

Smoothie Bowl Ingredients

Ingredients on table that go into the smoothie bowl

Frozen peach slices – Not only will the frozen peach add sweetness but they will thicken up the smoothie bowl to give you the right consistency.
Bananas – Fresh or frozen the bananas will add sweetness.
Kiwi – Loaded with Vitamin C this is a great addition to the smoothie bowl.
Spinach – Rich in nutrients it is a great way to add extra vitamins to your morning.
Spirulina – Packed full of nutrients.
Puffed Quinoa – Adding texture is great and this gives nutrients and vitamins as well as crunch.
Raspberries – I love using raspberries as a topping. It is a great way to add flavor. Fresh or frozen will work.
Almond milk – It adds flavor as well as keeping this smoothie bowl plant-based. You can use dairy if you wish.
Pistachios – This is optional, but the nuts add texture, nutrients, and flavor as a great topping to this green smoothie bowl.

Instructions

In a Blender, place the peach, banana, spinach, spirulina, and milk. Blend until you have a smooth texture like ice cream.
Pour the smoothie into a bowl. Garnish with raspberries, quinoa, kiwi, and pistachios.

Variations and Substitutions

Mango instead of peach – You could use frozen mango in this smoothie bowl as an alternative to peach.
Frozen fruits – Using just frozen fruits will help to get the right consistency.
Swap the spinach for kale – Kale can be a great alternative to spinach and still has so many vitamins and nutrients.
Swap the quinoa for granola – If you want an alternative crunch topping granola will be a great alternative.
Get creative with your toppings – Add different fruits, use frozen fruit, or add nuts, cereals or coconut flakes.
Almonds instead of pistachios – You could use almonds instead of pistachios.

Why Green Smoothie Bowls?

If you haven’t seen it lately I have become a little smoothie obsessed. I have never been a big eater and mostly because I don’t like to cook a big meal just for myself. Everyone in our family likes to eat at different times and different foods. So I pretty much have to fend for myself if I am going to eat.

Since I don’t like to have a messy kitchen, I am also a clean-as-you-go type gal. so if it’s quick, tastes good and I don’t have to do a lot of scrubbing then I have found the pot of gold.

It’s actually the pot of green, I guess. Green smoothies that is.

As much as I love smoothies, the bowl has some extra fiber, when I just want a little more crunch to my food. This is why I love the green smoothie bowl with all the added texture in each bite.

This is the first bowl, on the blog. I am already starting on a new one for next week, so don’t miss it.

One thing about making the bowls is that it is a presentation or feast for your eyes. The contrasting colors make it so mouth-watering you can’t help but love them.

Make sure when you are making your bowls, if you haven’t used a recipe, add some beautiful reds or purples on top of the green smoothie. It will make all the difference if you do.

Puffed Quinoa Benefits

They’re high in fiber which controls our blood sugar levels, regulates our bowel movements, and contributes to healthy digestion. It is also Vegan and Gluten-Free. It is similar to a rice crispy in texture.

Spirulina Benefits

Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that grows in both salt and fresh water. It may be one of the most nutrient-dense foods on earth. It has protein, nutrients, and amino acids. It is compared to eating eggs. Learn more about all its benefits. Spirulina is also considered a Superfood.

Blend your smoothie to get this consistency. It may take about 1 minute. You may need to add a little more milk. Look at all the textures and flavors you get in this spoonful.

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Green Smoothie bowl on table with napkin and a few ingredients

Notes & Tips

It’s always good to have some extra tips and tricks to ensure that you can make this simple, or get the best out of a recipe. So here are some of my top tips:

Don’t add ice to the smoothie bowl – While you may ordinarily do this for smoothies, the ice will water down the smoothie bowl. You want a thicker consistency.
For extra thickness always use frozen fruit.
Get creative with your toppings – Add different flavors and textures for a taste sensation.

FAQS

What are the best toppings for a Smoothie Bowl?

Generally, there is granola, puffed quinoa, nuts, fresh fruits, seeds, or coconut flakes.

How can I thicken my Smoothie bowl without using Yogurt or dairy ingredients?

You can use frozen fruit to make the smoothie thicker. You can also add protein powder or collagen. Use Almond Milk or orange Juice for the liquid. Do not add ice, like you might in a regular smoothie drink.

What is the difference between a Smoothie and Smoothie Bowl?

A smoothie is smooth and creamy and full of vitamins. The Smoothie Bowl is more of a meal with more fiber. It is for the die-hard cereal eater. It has toppings with lots of texture. It will usually keep you satisfied longer during the day.

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