Green Smoothie Bowl (Printable View)

A refreshing blend of spinach, banana, and tropical fruits topped with granola and fresh fruit for a nutritious breakfast or snack.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed
02 - 1 frozen banana, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
04 - 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
05 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - 1 tablespoon nut butter (optional)
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

→ Toppings

09 - 1/2 cup granola
10 - 1/2 cup mixed fresh fruit
11 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional)
12 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or hemp seeds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place spinach, frozen banana, frozen mango, frozen pineapple, almond milk, chia seeds, nut butter, and sweetener in a high-speed blender. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
02 - Check the texture. If too thick for pouring, add additional almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time while blending until desired consistency is reached.
03 - Divide the smoothie mixture evenly between two serving bowls, using a spatula to transfer all contents from the blender.
04 - Arrange granola, fresh fruit, shredded coconut, and additional seeds over the smoothie surface in an even layer for optimal texture contrast.
05 - Enjoy with a spoon while the smoothie base remains thick and frozen. Do not let it sit at room temperature for extended periods as it will thin out.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • You get two servings of greens without tasting them at all
  • The texture contrast between silky smoothie and crunchy toppings is everything
02 -
  • Frozen fruit is non-negotiable here because it creates that thick, spoonable texture
  • Over-blending can make the mixture thin and warm, so stop as soon as it is smooth
03 -
  • Freeze your banana slices on a parchment-lined tray first so they do not stick together
  • Let the blended base sit for 5 minutes before serving to let the chia seeds thicken it slightly
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