5 Healthy: Smoothie Bowl Recipes
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Paleo and whole30 approved breakfast ideas. Smoothie bowls can make the perfect breakfast for busy mornings. These 5 healthy smoothie bowl recipes are loaded with nutrition, whole30 and paleo-approved, sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
HEALTHY SMOOTHIE BOWL RECIPES
Recently we took a spontaneous trip to California with our sister and kids; we found the cutest little smoothie bowl shop near our hotel. Everything was so tasty that we ended up going every single day.
Our kids love them, and we love how healthy they are! Learning how to make a smoothie bowl is easy. Basically, it is a smoothie in a bowl (we bet you guessed that?! HA!) with delicious toppings. The toppings are what make a smoothie bowl a smoothie bowl. Since the trip, we have created similar smoothie bowls at home.
We am going to share our 5 favorites with you! Most are berry smoothie bowl recipes, but we have also come up with a chocolate version that we eat as a dessert. And once you are done with these smoothies, be sure to see our favorite watermelon slushie recipe!
ARE SMOOTHIE BOWLS HEALTHY?
We love serving smoothies for breakfast because we can blend up fruit and vegetables to make a tasty drink that our kids love. Adding in seeds and nuts will add more nutrition and protein.
CHIA SEEDS
Chia seeds may be the smallest superfood, but they are loaded with nutrients. They are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, antioxidants, iron, protein, and calcium.
Chia seeds are very good for the digestive system and can support a healthy immune response.
CHOPPED NUTS
Adding chopped nuts to smoothie bowls is always an excellent call! The added nuts add crunch and protein. Nuts are considered heart-healthy food and have been shown to reduce inflammation in the body.
You can add a single nut or a variety; the more, the better, in our opinion. A few of our favorites are chopped walnuts, pecans, and slivered almonds.
NUT BUTTERS
Nut butters are a favorite add-in around here. Cashew, peanut, or almond butter are all delicious in smoothie bowls. Nut butter also makes a great topping for healthy smoothie bowls.
Similar to the chopped nuts, nut butter adds protein and nutrition. They also add a creaminess that makes the smoothie bowl the perfect texture. 
WHOLE30 SMOOTHIE BOWL
Peanut butter is out too, but almond and cashew butter are whole30 approved. Smoothie bowls can easily be made whole30 and will definitely be a staple breakfast or snack. Most nuts are whole30 approved, with the exception of peanuts.
The whole30 diet doesn’t allow any type of dairy, so you will have to stick to almond milk, coconut milk, or dairy-free yogurts for your smoothie base. If you are not doing whole30 or dairy-free, you can use yogurt instead.
Whole30 is sugar-free and gluten-free, as well. Be sure to read your labels closely. A lot of dairy-free milk has added sugar. Look for unsweeten options.
HOW TO MAKE A SMOOTHIE BOWL
Every good smoothie bowl will need a base, fruit and/or vegetables, and toppings. Keep these 4 things in mind, and the options are unlimited!
BEST SMOOTHIE BOWL BASE
This can vary depending on preference. The base is the liquid used in the smoothie. You can use water, juice, coconut milk, almond milk, kefir, or yogurt for the base. The milk products make for a much creamier smoothie. Adding yogurt and kefir adds protein and probiotics for a healthy, gut-friendly meal.
HEALTHY SMOOTHIE BOWL FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
Raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, cranberries, and bananas are some of our favorite fruits for smoothies! We mainly use frozen fruit when making a smoothie, but fresh fruit works too. Frozen fruit is going to give it more of the traditional smoothie texture. Depending on which fruit is in season or on sale at the local store will depend on the type of smoothies we are eating.
SMOOTHIE BOWL TOPPINGS
The toppings will add crunch and make this breakfast even more delicious than the traditional smoothie. A good smoothie bowl needs to be loaded with toppings. We like to add nuts, seeds, coconut flakes, sliced fruit, and nut butter.
Here are a few of our favorites:
- Coconut shreds
- Chopped nuts
- Cashew butter
- Sliced bananas
- Fresh berries
- Mango slices
- Chia seeds
- Cinnamon
- Carob chips
5 HEALTHY SMOOTHIE BOWL RECIPES 
STRAWBERRY CRUNCH BOWL 
INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons full fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
- 1 banana cut into slices
- 1/3 cup raw cashews or almonds
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add coconut milk and strawberries to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a bowl.
- Top with banana slices, nuts, and coconut flakes.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Serve immediately.
BLUEBERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL
INGREDIENTS
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ cup frozen spinach
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk (or almond milk)
- 1 tbsp cashew butter
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
- Coconut shreds
- Chopped nuts
- Cashew butter
- Sliced bananas
- Fresh raspberries or blueberries
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place all ingredients into a blender and blend on high until smooth.
- Pour into a bowl.
- Top with desired toppings.
- Serve immediately.
GREEN SMOOTHIE BOWL 
INGREDIENTS
- 1/4 cup of coconut milk
- 1/2 cup spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup sliced mangos
- 1 banana peeled and cut in half
- Juice from one key lime
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
- Coconut shreds
- Mango slices
- Chia seeds
- Sliced bananas
- Fresh berries
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place all ingredients into a blender and blend on high until smooth.
- Pour into a bowl.
- Top with desired toppings.
- Serve immediately.
RASPBERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL 
INGREDIENTS
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ cup frozen spinach
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 3 dates, pitted
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
- Coconut shreds
- Chopped nuts
- Cashew butter
- Sliced bananas
- Fresh raspberries or blueberries
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place all ingredients into a blender and blend on high until smooth.
- Pour into a bowl.
- Top with desired toppings.
- Serve immediately.
CHOCOLATE SMOOTHIE BOWL 
INGREDIENTS
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk
- 1/8 cup almond butter
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
- Coconut shreds
- Chopped nuts
- Almond butter
- Sliced bananas
- Unsweeten carob chips
- Sliced strawberries
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place all ingredients into a blender and blend on high until smooth.
- Pour into a bowl.
- Top with desired toppings.
- Serve immediately.
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5 Healthy Smoothie Bowl Recipes
By the studio Ascher Prep: 10 minutes minsTotal: 10 minutes mins Servings: 5 bowls
SaveSaved Pin Print Delicious healthy smoothie bowl recipes. Whole30 and paleo-approved. Ingredients
STRAWBERRY CRUNCH BOWL
- 2 tablespoons full fat coconut milk
- ½ cup fresh strawberries
BLUEBERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ cup frozen spinach
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk, or almond milk
- 1 tbsp cashew butter
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
GREEN SMOOTHIE BOWL
- ¼ cup of coconut milk
- ½ cup spinach leaves
- ½ cup sliced mangos
- 1 banana peeled
- Juice from one key lime
RASPBERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ cup frozen spinach
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 3 dates, pitted
- 1 tbsp of chia seeds
CHOCOLATE SMOOTHIE BOWL
- 1 frozen banana
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk
- ⅛ cup almond butter
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Instructions
SMOOTHIE BOWL
- Place all ingredients into a blender and blend on high until smooth.
- Pour into a bowl.
- Top with desired toppings.
- Serve immediately.
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
- Coconut shreds
- Chopped nuts
- Almond or cashew butter
- Sliced bananas
- Unsweeten carob chips
- Sliced strawberries
- Fresh raspberries or blueberries
- Chia seeds
- Flax seeds
- Honey or maple syrup
