Green Smoothie Bowl Spinach Kiwi (Printable version)
Nutrient-packed green smoothie bowl with fresh spinach, kiwi, and creamy banana for a refreshing boost.
# What you'll need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 2 cups baby spinach, washed
02 - 2 ripe kiwis, peeled and sliced
03 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
04 - 1/2 cup diced pineapple, fresh or frozen
05 - 1/2 avocado, optional for extra creaminess
→ Liquids
06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or other plant-based milk
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
→ Toppings
08 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
09 - 1/4 cup granola, gluten-free if needed
10 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
11 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
12 - Fresh berries, optional
# Directions:
01 - Combine the spinach, kiwis, banana, pineapple, avocado (if using), almond milk, and lime juice in a blender. Process until completely smooth and creamy, adding more almond milk as needed to reach desired consistency.
02 - Divide the blended smoothie mixture evenly between two serving bowls, ensuring each portion has a consistent thickness.
03 - Arrange sliced kiwi, granola, coconut flakes, chia seeds, and fresh berries attractively on top of each smoothie portion.
04 - Enjoy the smoothie bowls right away while cold and at optimal texture for the best experience.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes like dessert but fuels you like a salad, no compromise required
- The texture is incredibly silky, almost like soft serve ice cream
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- Frozen fruit is your friend here—pop your banana and pineapple in the freezer ahead of time for a bowl that holds its shape longer
- A powerful blender makes all the difference between grainy spinach and perfectly smooth velvet
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- Preportion your toppings into small containers the night before for an effortless morning assembly
- If your bowl starts melting too fast, pop it in the freezer for five minutes before adding toppings