The Foolproof Formula
We all know life can get a little crazy, right? Back while I was working through my master’s, I was always on the go—rushing to class, studying, or juggling website work. I barely had time to grab a proper meal! That’s where green smoothies (and their fancier cousin, smoothie bowls) come in. You can just toss a few ingredients (4 in this case) into your blender, and voila! You’ve got a balanced green smoothie bowl packed with nutrients and flavor—all in under 5 minutes). I mean, four ingredients, and you’ve got a full meal? It’s exactly the kind of life hack I became a nutritionist for! So, here’s how to make the epic green smoothie bowl that fueled me through college—I can’t wait for you to try it!
Here’s What You’ll Need
The base ingredients for this green smoothie bowl recipe are pretty simple, but you can get creative with the add-ins and toppings!
Frozen Fruit: You can use any frozen fruit you have on hand, like pineapple, mango, berries, or cherries. (Find out how to freeze fruit for smoothies here!) Banana: The banana should be peeled and frozen previously (tips for freezing bananas here!). This is to ensure a super creamy (ice cream-like) texture! Spinach: Puts the “green” in this green smoothie bowl! I like to use baby spinach, as it’s a little sweeter, less fibrous, and fits better in the blender. Liquid: Depending on my mood, I typically choose oat milk, almond milk, or orange juice. But even coconut water or plain water will work! Toppings: The possibilities are endless here! Some of my favorites are sliced kiwis, fresh berries, coconut flakes, nuts, and seeds.
How to Build A Green Smoothie Bowl
Making a green smoothie bowl is very simple and uncomplicated. To speed up the process, be sure to have a frozen banana and fruit on hand. Step 1: Freeze The FruitPick the fruit you want to use and freeze it into chunks. Peel, chop, and freeze the banana. Step 2: Blend The SmoothieBlend the frozen fruits, spinach, and your chosen liquid (plus optional chia seeds or other additions) in a blender until smooth. Step 3: Serve It In BowlsDivide the smoothie between 2 bowls and decorate with your favorite smoothie bowl toppings.
Flavor Variations
Tropical Resort: This is probably my favorite take on this green machine. To make this flavor, use frozen pineapple and coconut milk. For toppings, use shredded coconut, cashew butter, and diced pineapple or mango. Creamy And Dreamy: For an extra creamy consistency, use avocado, frozen mango, and cashew milk. And since this is such a creamy bowl, I like to use toppings with a little crunch (like granola and blueberries/strawberries). Protein Bro: This one is for after you’ve had a hard gym sesh (or just need something a little more filling to hold you over!). Use a scoop of vanilla protein powder, peanut butter or peanut butter powder, frozen banana, and frozen cauliflower, along with whole milk. Top with more bananas, nuts, and raspberries (because they’re so tasty!).
