This smoothie bowl is not just for smoothie lovers! Thick and creamy, this tangy bowl of goodness is high in protein and fibre and a perfect way to include berries at breakfast. Sweetened with banana and completely customizable, top it with your favourite nuts and seeds to help you stay energized. Try adding a teaspoon of beetroot powder when blending and watch the colour pop!
Top it off
Adding toppings to your smoothie bowl adds colour and texture, and also increases nutrients and fibre, while encouraging digestion by chewing! Try adding one, or a combo, of any of the following.
- fresh fruit
- granola
- slivered or chopped nuts
- pumpkin seeds
- chia seeds
- ground flaxseed
- hemp hearts
- unsweetened shredded coconut or coconut ribbons
Raspberry Ginger Smoothie Power Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250 mL) raspberries (heaping)
- 1 frozen medium banana, cut into 4 pieces before freezing
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) oat-based plain Greek-style yogurt (or Greek yogurt of choice)
- 1/3 cup (80 mL) baby spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) unsweetened almond milk
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) hemp hearts
- 1 tsp (5 mL) ground flaxseed
- 1 in (2.5 cm) piece gingerroot, peeled
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories380
- protein16 g
- total fat11 g
- sat. fat2 g
- total carbohydrates59 g
- sugar25 g
- fibre15 g
- sodium119 mg
Directions
01
To high-speed blender, add raspberries, banana, yogurt, spinach, almond milk, hemp hearts, flaxseed, and gingerroot.
02
Blend ingredients on medium to high speed until creamy. Pour into bowl, add toppings of choice, and enjoy!
Susan Rossit, RHN, is a holistic nutritionist, recipe developer, and food fanatic. If she’s not in her kitchen cooking it, she’s in her garden growing it. @ahealthylatitude
