Vibrant Smoothie Bowls Twists (Printable)

Smoothie bowls combine vibrant flavors and toppings for a nourishing, eye-catching breakfast experience.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 small purple yam (ube), peeled and diced
02 - 1 cup frozen bananas, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - 2 tablespoons pistachio paste or shelled pistachios
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, optional

→ Toppings

07 - 1/4 cup fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
08 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons granola, gluten-free if needed
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios
11 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
12 - Edible flowers or microgreens, optional

# How-To:

01 - Steam or boil the diced purple yam for 8 to 10 minutes until fork-tender, then allow to cool completely.
02 - Combine the cooled purple yam, frozen bananas, Greek or coconut yogurt, almond milk, pistachio paste, and honey or maple syrup in a blender.
03 - Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add a splash more almond milk if needed to reach a thick, spoonable texture.
04 - Portion the smoothie base evenly into two serving bowls.
05 - Garnish each bowl artfully with berries, kiwi slices, granola, chopped pistachios, coconut flakes, and edible flowers or microgreens if desired.
06 - Serve the smoothie bowls promptly with a spoon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Unusual flavor combinations bring excitement to your morning meal
  • Quick to prepare and customizable for dietary needs
02 -
  • Purple yam (ube) adds both color and a subtle sweetness
  • Use dairy-free yogurt and gluten-free granola to suit special diets
03 -
  • Swap purple yam with sweet potato or beetroot for a different color
  • Add protein powder or different nut butters for extra nutrition and flavor
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