We love smoothie bowls. Like LOVE them. Not only are they a super simple way to load up on the nutrition our bodies need, there are endless flavor possibilities, which means whether you are a chocolate junkie or a fruit fan, there is an option for you.
Below, we dish out 11 of our favorite smoothie bowl recipes. These are some of our morning must-haves. They’re simple to make, absolutely delicious, and packed with filling nutrition. But here’s the thing: If you don’t see a flavor combo you like here, you c an just use these recipes as guidance for creating your own mouthwatering masterpiece. It’s really easy to customize your own bowl. To achieve optimal nutrition and texture, there is an easy formula you can follow. We recommend starting with one half to one full banana (unless you want to spend half your day and half your box of bandaids trying to remove it, make sure to take the peel off your banana prior to placing it in your freezer. You may also want break your banana into chunks first for easier blending). Add the banana to a food processor, then add about a third cup of liquid. We usually opt for unsweetened vanilla almond milk, which lends a nice creaminess and slightly sweet flavor without packing in the calories. But you can use any dairy, nut or soy milk, water or coconut water. Then add a scoop of your favorite protein powder and one cup of greens. Spinach and lettuce blend most seamlessly, while kale and chard tend to leave some evidence. Once your bowl is perfectly blended, top it with your favorites. From chia and flax seeds to nuts, fruit, granola or coconut shavings, the possibilities are endless!
1. Very Berry Superfood Smoothie Bowl
This delightful little bowl isn’t just pretty, it’s delicious, too. Plus it’s packed with tons of nutrition. To make it, toss one cup of frozen blueberries, half a frozen banana, a half cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk, one scoop of chocolate protein powder and one cup of greens (we used Super Greens, which are a mix of organic spinach, kale and chard) into your food processor and pulse until it’s well blended. You may have to stop blending a few times to scrape down the sides since the protein powder and greens sometimes get stuck. Once you’ve finished blending, scoop your mixture into a bowl and top it with a tablespoon of chia seeds and 10 – 12 raspberries.
Calories: 350
2. Mango Matcha Obsession
It’s not easy being green… unless you’re talking about this flavorful favorite, which is made by blending one cup of frozen mango chunks, half a banana, one scoop of vanilla protein powder, one cup of greens (we used baby spinach), a third cup (or a half cup if you like it a little thinner) of unsweetened vanilla almond milk in a food processor. Once your base is blended, scoop the mixture into a bowl then top it with half a tablespoon of chia seeds, a teaspoon of matcha powder and a quarter cup of frozen mango chunks.
Calories: 339
3. Cherry Vanilla Power Bowl
Don’t let the color fool you: There are cherries in this beautiful bowl… lots and lots of cherries. Which means if you’re a fan of cherry ice cream, you need to add this masterpiece to your menu. Just toss one cup of frozen cherries, half a frozen banana, one cup of kale, a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder and a half cup of unsweetened vanilla protein powder in your food processor and blend it until it’s nice and smooth. Then top your mixture with a tablespoon of chia seeds, two tablespoons of unsweetened coconut flakes and a half cup of fresh blueberries (or add more cherries!).
Calories: 326
4. Banana Cream Bliss Bowl
Listen: We don’t like to play favorites but IF you wanted to know our favorite smoothie bowl flavor, we MIGHT tell you it’s this one right here. Featuring a whole frozen banana, a scoop of vanilla protein powder, one cup of greens (we used kale), and a half cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk, this bowl really couldn’t be easier to make. Just throw the ingredients in your food processor and process until smooth. Then, scoop the mixture into your bowl and top with a kiwi (chop it up first!), half a tablespoon of chia seeds, and two tablespoons of unsweetened coconut flakes.
Calories: 340
5. Chocolate Berry Bowl
OK, so it’s not the prettiest bowl on the list. But trust us: What it lacks in appearance, it makes up for in flavor. Ever have Cherry Garcia ice cream? Yup, it tastes just like that. But without all the sugar, fat and general junk. To make it, blend a scoop of your favorite chocolate protein powder, half a cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk, one cup of frozen cherries and one cup of greens (we used baby spinach). Once blended, pour your chocolate cherry concoction into a bowl and top it with half a tablespoon of chia seeds, a tablespoon of pumpkin seeds and a third cup of sliced strawberries.
Calories: 336
6. Tropical Paradise Palate Pleaser
If you want to take your taste buds on a tropical getaway, look no further than this creamy, dreamy bowl of deliciousness. It’s nice and thick (almost like ice cream!), and it’s packed with refreshingly fruity flavor. Combine one scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder with half a cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk, half a frozen banana, one cup of greens (we used a mix of kale, spinach and chard and a cup of frozen mango chunks in your food processor and blend until smooth. Be sure to reserve a few mango chunks for topping if you want a nice line of fruit on top of your bowl. Other toppings? one tablespoon of pumpkin seeds and one tablespoon of unsweetened coconut flakes.
Calories: 336
7. Green Monster Mashup
Don’t let the color fool you: This is one big bowl of deliciousness. Featuring one scoop of vanilla protein powder, half a frozen banana, a half cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk, one cup of baby spinach and a half cup of frozen pineapple, then topped with a quarter cup of mango chunks, a tablespoon of chia seeds and one tablespoon of pumpkin seeds, this smoothie bowl recipe is anything but boring.
Calories: 358
8. Blueberry Boost Bowl
This beautiful banana-less bowl is packed with flavor and nutrition. Featuring one scoop of chocolate protein powder, one cup of frozen blueberries, a half cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk and one cup of baby spinach, then topped with two tablespoons of pumpkin seeds, one tablespoon of ground flax seeds and a quarter cup of mango chunks, this bowl is loaded with antioxidants, vitamin C, iron, folate and fiber. Talk about a smoothie bowl with superpowers!
Calories: 360
9. Perk Me Up Pitaya Bowl
Grown primarily in Southeast Asia and Central and South America, pitaya (otherwise known as dragon fruit), is high in vitamin C and lycopene, a nutrient that studies suggest may be associated with a reduced risk of several types of cancer. This member of the cactus family lends a middle sweet flavor and a beautiful pink color to thus delicious smoothie bowl, which includes half a frozen banana, one scoop of vanilla protein powder, a half cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk, one cup of supergreens (spinach, kale and chard) and one cup of frozen pitaya, then topped with 10 fresh raspberries, one tablespoon of unsweetened coconut flakes and one tablespoon of ground flax seeds.
Calories: 351
10. Green Goddess Blender Bomb
OK, OK, so this one might not exactly fit the definition of a smoothie BOWL per se, but. it’s just so delicious, we couldn’t leave it off the list. Plus, it would be quite easy to transform this tasty treat into a smoothie bowl – just add half a frozen banana and cut the amount of liquid in half. To make this version, though, all you’ll need to do is blend one scoop of vanilla protein powder, one cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk and one cup of greens (we used baby spinach, which blends quite smoothly). Top your blender bomb with 15 raspberries and a teaspoon of chia seeds. When it tastes this good, it actually is quite easy being green!
Calories: 179
11. PB & J Boost Bowl
This smoothie bowl’s got just six simple ingredients, including one scoop of chocolate protein powder, a half cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk, one frozen banana and one cup of greens (we used baby spinach), and then a half cup of sliced strawberries and one tablespoon of powdered peanut butter on top. It’s reminiscent of your favorite PB&J sandwich, but its got the added bonus of serving up some serious refreshment.
Calories: 299
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