Shamrock Green Smoothie Bowl (Printer-Friendly)
Vibrant, creamy smoothie bowl with leafy greens, tropical fruit, and mint. Perfect for a refreshing, energizing breakfast.
# What You'll Need:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, packed
02 - 1/2 cup kale leaves, stems removed
03 - 1 frozen banana, sliced
04 - 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
05 - 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
07 - 2 tablespoons plain dairy-free coconut yogurt
08 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
09 - 6 fresh mint leaves
10 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
→ Toppings
11 - 1/4 cup sliced kiwi
12 - 1/4 cup granola
13 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
14 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
15 - 1 teaspoon hemp seeds
16 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
# How to Make It:
01 - In a high-speed blender, combine the fresh spinach, kale, sliced frozen banana, frozen pineapple chunks, frozen mango chunks, unsweetened almond milk, dairy-free coconut yogurt, chia seeds, fresh mint leaves, and the optional maple syrup.
02 - Process the mixture until it achieves a creamy, uniform consistency. Pause to scrape down the sides of the blender jar as necessary. For a thicker consistency, incorporate additional frozen fruit or a few ice cubes; to thin the mixture, add a small splash more almond milk.
03 - Divide the prepared green smoothie evenly into two serving bowls, gently smoothing the surface with the back of a spoon.
04 - Artistically arrange the sliced kiwi, granola, unsweetened coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, and fresh mint leaves decoratively over the smoothie bowls. Serve immediately to enjoy chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It's incredibly quick to whip up, making busy mornings feel a little less chaotic and a lot more delicious.
- You'll feel amazing after enjoying this, knowing you've packed your body with vibrant greens and sweet, tropical fruits.
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- Using frozen fruit is absolutely essential for achieving that thick, creamy, ice cream-like smoothie bowl texture, so don't be tempted to use fresh.
- The fresh mint leaves are not just a garnish; they truly elevate the flavor profile, making this bowl feel incredibly bright and invigorating.
03 -
- To ensure the smoothest possible texture, always add your liquid ingredients to the blender first, followed by soft ingredients like spinach, then the frozen fruits on top.
- A tiny squeeze of fresh lime juice can brighten all the flavors in the bowl, adding an extra zing that makes everything pop.