Smoothie Bowl Recipe
I miss all things Indianapolis, including my friends, my alma mater, but especially the local, raw and fresh restaurants. Indianapolis, hands down, has the most delicious, unique and amazing eateries. My favorites were Ezra's Enlightened Cafe and The Garden Table, and my favorite thing on the menu:
Acai Bowls.
Acai Bowl from Ezra's Enlightened Cafe
Acai is a berry pronounced as uh-sigh-ee (aka what I do after taking a bite of one of these bowls). The berries are famous for the amount of antioxidants they contain and the iron, calcium, vitamin A, and fiber they have as well. Additionally, acai berries are low in sugar (well, lower than the typical fruit). Although, acai bowls are my preference, acai berries are hard to come by in this small town so an adaptation had to be made. Presenting the smoothie bowl.
I was feeling nostaligic and a little homesick this Thirsty Thursday, so I decided to create my own healthy smoothie bowl. It actually ended up being delicious, chasing away all my blues. If you want to create your own smoothie bowl, follow the instructions below!
Here is what you'll need:
Frozen (or fresh) fruit -- (My personal favorite is Great Value's Mixed Fruit medley, which includes pineapple, mango, peaches and strawberries)
Spinach or Kale -- Greens go a long way! And, you can't even taste them!
Almond Milk -- Silk's Unsweetened Vanilla works wonders, it's only 30 calories for a cup and it makes my tummy feel good since I am dairy-free!
Fruits to top off your bowl -- I chose kiwi, banana, strawberries, and blueberries.
Other optional ingredients:
Peanut Butter -- Can't go wrong with Jif.
Ginger Root -- Gives the smoothie an amazing fresh flavor and boosts your metabolism.
Chia Seeds -- I love chia seeds because they are packed with fiber!
Flax Seeds -- Simply Nature is my go-to brand because it is food-conscious about preservatives. Can be found at Aldi's! Plus, flax seeds are also filled with protein, nutrients, and fiber.
How to Make the Perfect Smoothie Bowl:
1. Blend together frozen fruit, almond milk, and a handful of greens. Truthfully, I eyeball everything so I can't give exact measurements. The mixture shouldn't be soupy but not too thick either. Add almond milk to make mixture thinner. Set aside.
2. Dish out one or two tablespoons of peanut butter. Place at bottom of a bowl.
3. Pour the smoothie mixture on top of the dab of peanut butter.
4. Top the smoothie with different fruits, nuts, chia seeds, and flax seeds.
(Allie likes figs, coconut flakes, and almond butter too).
5. Enjoy your smoothie bowl!
How easy was that? Share in the Comments section how your experience went if you choose to try your own variation of a smoothie bowl. What toppings did you try out?