Shamrock Green Smoothie Bowl (Printer-friendly)
Creamy blend of spinach, banana, and tropical fruits with crunchy and fresh toppings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 2 cups fresh baby spinach
02 - 1 frozen banana
03 - 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
04 - 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
05 - 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings
09 - 1/4 cup granola
10 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
11 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
12 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
13 - Fresh berries (blueberries or raspberries), as desired
# How to Prepare:
01 - Combine spinach, frozen banana, pineapple, mango, almond milk, chia seeds, vanilla, and maple syrup or honey in a high-speed blender. Blend until thick, smooth, and creamy. Add a splash more almond milk if needed, but maintain a thick, spoonable consistency.
02 - Pour the blended mixture evenly into two serving bowls, ensuring thick texture remains.
03 - Arrange granola, kiwi slices, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, and fresh berries artfully on top of each bowl.
04 - Serve immediately with spoons and enjoy while cold.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The frozen fruit creates an incredibly thick, creamy texture that makes you forget youre eating spinach
- This bowl keeps you satisfied for hours without that heavy breakfast feeling
02 -
- Frozen fruit is non-negotiable for the right texture. Fresh fruit makes it watery and disappointing.
- The order matters. Put liquid ingredients in the blender first to help everything blend smoothly.
- Work quickly once blended. The mixture melts faster than you expect and loses that perfect thickness.
03 -
- If your smoothie base turns out too thin, blend in more frozen fruit or a handful of oats to thicken it up
- Warm your maple syrup slightly before adding it to the blender so it incorporates smoothly