exotic smoothie bowl (Print Version)

Tropical smoothie base crowned with fruit, granola, and seeds for a vibrant, refreshing bowl.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen
02 - 120 ml frozen mango chunks
03 - 120 ml frozen pineapple chunks
04 - 120 ml coconut milk or almond milk
05 - 60 ml Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional, to taste

→ Toppings

08 - 1/2 kiwi, peeled and sliced
09 - 60 ml fresh berries, such as blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries
10 - 80 ml granola, gluten-free if needed
11 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
12 - 1 tablespoon mixed seeds, such as pumpkin, sunflower, or flaxseed
13 - 1 tablespoon pomegranate seeds, optional
14 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - In a high-speed blender, combine frozen banana, mango, pineapple, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup if desired.
02 - Blend ingredients on high speed until thick and smooth. Scrape down the sides and blend again as needed, adding a small amount of additional coconut milk only if necessary; the mixture should remain very thick.
03 - Pour the smoothie base into two serving bowls, spreading evenly with the back of a spoon.
04 - Artfully top with kiwi slices, fresh berries, granola, coconut flakes, mixed seeds, and pomegranate seeds as desired.
05 - Garnish with fresh mint leaves if preferred. Serve immediately with a spoon.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses only freezer and pantry staples found in most kitchens
  • Ready in just ten minutes with zero cooking
  • Totally customizable for any fruit granola or seed you have on hand
  • So refreshing on hot days but satisfying year round
02 -
  • Naturally vegetarian and can be vegan with simple swaps
  • Gluten free if using certified gluten free granola
  • Loaded with fiber Vitamin C and healthy fats
03 -
  • Do not skimp on very ripe banana for the creamiest thickest blend
  • Freeze the smoothie bowl base ingredients in advance for easy morning prep
  • Use your prettiest wide bowl and let everyone add their toppings just before eating for the ultimate fresh experience

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