Green Smoothie Bowl
A vibrant, antioxidant-packed smoothie bowl that’s whole-food, plant-based, no oil, and naturally sweet. Perfect for breakfast or a post-workout meal!
Ingredients
- For the Smoothie Base:
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup fresh spinach or kale
- ½ cup unsweetened plant-based milk almond, oat, or coconut
- ½ cup frozen mango or pineapple
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseeds
- ½ teaspoon fresh ginger optional
- Juice of ½ lime
- ¼ teaspoon matcha powder optional
- For the Toppings:
- ½ kiwi sliced
- ¼ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon flaxseeds
- 1 tablespoon granola WFPB no oil
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
- Fresh mint leaves
- Lime slices
Instructions
- Instructions:
- Blend the Smoothie Base:
- Combine all smoothie ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- If too thick, add a splash more plant-based milk.
- Assemble the Bowl:
- Pour the smoothie into a bowl.
- Add the Toppings:
- Arrange kiwi, blueberries, seeds, granola, and coconut flakes on top.
- Garnish with fresh mint and lime slices.
- Serve Immediately:
- Enjoy with a spoon and savor the refreshing flavors!
Notes
Time-Saving Tips:
• Use pre-washed spinach or kale for quick blending.
• Freeze bananas in advance for a thicker smoothie.
• Pre-portion toppings for easy morning assembly.
• Batch-blend and refrigerate extra smoothie for up to 24 hours.
Grocery List: Produce: • Bananas • Spinach (or kale) • Lime • Kiwi • Blueberries • Fresh mint Pantry Staples: • Unsweetened plant-based milk • Frozen mango or pineapple • Chia seeds • Flaxseeds • Pumpkin seeds • Granola (WFPB no oil) • Unsweetened coconut flakes • Matcha powder (optional) Meal Prep Tips: • Make the smoothie base the night before and store in an airtight container in the fridge. • Pre-slice toppings and store in small containers for easy assembly. • Freeze in popsicle molds for a refreshing snack option. • Modification: Replace almond/oat milk with 1 cup unsweetened soy milk (instead of ½ cup plant milk). • Protein Boost: +4g protein • New Macros: • Calories: 290 • Protein: 12g
Super High-Protein Version (~30g protein) Combine These Additions: ½ cup silken tofu 1 scoop plant-based protein powder 3 tbsp hemp seeds 1 cup unsweetened soy milk • Total Protein Boost: +26-30g protein • New Macros (Approximate Per Serving): • Calories: 450 • Protein: 30g • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 45g • Fiber: 12g
Best Protein Boosting Combinations for Different Goals • For a Creamy Texture: Silken tofu + soy milk • For a Whole-Food Boost: Hemp seeds + pumpkin seeds • For Maximum Protein: Plant-based protein powder + tofu + hemp seeds
Grocery List: Produce: • Bananas • Spinach (or kale) • Lime • Kiwi • Blueberries • Fresh mint Pantry Staples: • Unsweetened plant-based milk • Frozen mango or pineapple • Chia seeds • Flaxseeds • Pumpkin seeds • Granola (WFPB no oil) • Unsweetened coconut flakes • Matcha powder (optional) Meal Prep Tips: • Make the smoothie base the night before and store in an airtight container in the fridge. • Pre-slice toppings and store in small containers for easy assembly. • Freeze in popsicle molds for a refreshing snack option. • Modification: Replace almond/oat milk with 1 cup unsweetened soy milk (instead of ½ cup plant milk). • Protein Boost: +4g protein • New Macros: • Calories: 290 • Protein: 12g
Super High-Protein Version (~30g protein) Combine These Additions: ½ cup silken tofu 1 scoop plant-based protein powder 3 tbsp hemp seeds 1 cup unsweetened soy milk • Total Protein Boost: +26-30g protein • New Macros (Approximate Per Serving): • Calories: 450 • Protein: 30g • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 45g • Fiber: 12g
Best Protein Boosting Combinations for Different Goals • For a Creamy Texture: Silken tofu + soy milk • For a Whole-Food Boost: Hemp seeds + pumpkin seeds • For Maximum Protein: Plant-based protein powder + tofu + hemp seeds
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 8gFiber: 10g
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