Smoothies, the perfect way to include as much greens as possible, especially the ones that are threatening to wilt after I went on a grocery shopping spree and over-bought leafy greens. On a huge discount!
An expenditure that’s totally justified, right?
If you are following us on Instagram, you would’ve seen variations of smoothie bowls. I’m totally obsessed. It’s a great snack on a very hot day and so versatile. You can literally add whatever your heart desires into the blender, whizz, and voila!
A smoothie bowl that is soul satisfying, nutritious and delicious.
Do not skimp on the toppings. Don’t.
Makes 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 large banana, frozen
- 2 handfuls of kale
- 2 handfuls of spinach
- 1 ripe avocado, cubed
- about 3/4 cup of soy milk (or any milk of your choice, add less or more based on the desired consistency)
- 4 tbsp hemp protein powder (optional)
- 2 tsp spirulina powder (optional)
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 4 ice cubes
Toppings:
- 2 tsp raw honey, kiwis, cacao nibs, goji berries. anything, really.
Directions:
- Add handfuls of kale, spinach and soy milk into a high powered blender. Blend until smooth before adding the rest of ingredients. Blend until smooth.
- Divide smoothie into two bowls, add desired toppings and served immediately.
It’s really very easy to make a bowl of hearty smoothie. Any ingredient of your choice would work just as well. Use your imagination and definitely tag us if you’ve tried this recipe.
Don’t let all the greens intimidate.
What is your favorite smoothie or smoothie bowl recipe?
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That looks beautiful and healthy. Unfortunately, I’m not a big fan of smoothies (texture + I have problems “drinking” food, unless it’s a savoury soup)… 😉 Lovely pics, especially the last one.
Cheers,
Rosa
This is thick enough to use a spoon! Try it 😉
So vibrant and healthy, what a pretty bowl!
Thanks Laura!
I am starting to grow very fond of smoothie bowls lately Kiran and yours looks and sounds delish! I must say I hadn’t thought about how cooling they are on a hot summer day till you pointed that out – and what a delicious way to get my greens in!
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I’ve been literally chugging smoothies these days. It’s getting pretty hot here in Orlando. Enjoy slurping vegetables! That’s a sentence i never thought i would ever say 😉
So pretty and I am sure it’s very tasty and healthy too.
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Thanks Angie. It’s quite tasty and I don’t even miss ice cream 😀
I have a girlfriend who just bought a blender to start making smoothies for her and her husband. I’m passing your recipe recipe on to her…it will be a great way for her to start her day.
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Thanks so much, Karen. Hope she enjoys making smoothies with her new purchase 🙂
Smoothie bowls are indeed the best way to add greens in diet. And this gorgeous lush green smoothie is speaking to me — love how delicious and so full of good health this bowl is. SO much yes to this beauty! Have a happy weekend. 🙂
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Thanks Anu and hope you will have a great weekend too 🙂
Smoothie bowls are big here! Especially acai bowls but I haven’t quite succumbed yet. But yours has really convinced me I should give them more of a try!
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Lorraine — please, you have to succumb. Perhaps during summer? 🙂
Oh Kiran….these smoothie bowls are beautiful! I am so intrigued by smoothie bowls, but have yet to make any. Somehow I feel like I have to be so clever in creating one. But really, it’s just a matter of putting together some flavors you really enjoy. And I love all your flavors here. So pretty, too. Especially your kiwi tulips! : )
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Thank you so much, Anne. Just like you said, there’s no one correct recipe for smoothie. Just use whatever ingredients you love and voila! Happy slurping 🙂
The color is amazing and I bet it tastes equally delicious!
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Thanks Katerina, I don’t want to toot my own horn but it really is delicious 😀
Photography needs special appreciation. Props and the kiwi carved looks awesome. I can visualize your creative mind. Smoothie is absolutely refreshing with all fresh goodness.
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Thank you so much! That’s so generous of you 🙂
I am a green smoothie fan. This looks amazingly gorgeous and nutritious!
Thanks so much!
I haven’t yet graduated from smoothies in bottles/glasses to bowls yet, though the idea of topping with fruits and nuts sounds great. Love how green your bowl is!
Thanks Shumaila! I love smoothie bowls for all the toppings 😉
It’s been chilly here lately, and rainy. But it’ll be warm this weekend, so this would make a perfect breakfast. Great recipe, love the pictures. Thanks!
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Looks so good. I haven’t yet tried a smoothie bowl, you are tempting me.. especially since summer is slowly rolling around.
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Thanks! And you should try a bowl soon. Imagine all the glorious toppings 😀
This green smoothie is a power bomb, Kiran! It contains fresh, healthy, and nutrient-dense ingredients which are crucial for our wellbeing!
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