Grab-and-go breakfast bowl hits the spot
I love granola. I love it especially because granola sneaks things like chocolate chunks and coconut flakes into my bowl, yet still passes the breakfast-appropriate test.
When I and need a quick breakfast that keeps me satisfied until lunch, my go-to is the smoothie breakfast bowl. It’s a hearty smoothie served in a bowl and topped with granola, nuts, coconut, chocolate chips, fresh fruit — the list of options is endless. It’s really one of the most versatile breakfast dishes, as each separate ingredient can be tweaked according to taste and preference.
This recipe calls for simple ingredients (such as frozen blueberries, peaches and a fresh banana) that you probably already have on hand. It’s also a great way to sneak fresh spinach into your diet for the day. The key is the blueberries; the deep color masks the green and keeps the smoothie from looking brown. Featuring several superfoods and healthy fats, this breakfast bowl will keep you satisfied for hours.
SMOOTHIE BREAKFAST BOWL WITH BERRIES AND GRANOLA
Serves 2
Ingredients:
2 cups almond milk 1/4 cup coconut milk 1 cup frozen blueberries
1 cup frozen peaches, mango
or pineapple 1 ripe banana 1/2 cup fresh spinach 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 tablespoon flax seeds 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) 1/4 cup granola, plus more if desired
Additional toppings: fresh fruit, nuts, coconut flakes, cacao nibs or chocolate chips
Directions:
In a blender, combine the almond milk, coconut milk, frozen blueberries, frozen peaches, banana, spinach, chia seeds, flax seeds and a dash of vanilla extract if desired. Puree until smooth, about 1 minute. The smoothie should be thick, so if needed, add more frozen fruit until the desired consistency is reached. Pour into a bowl, and top with granola and additional toppings. Serve immediately.
Recipe notes:
• Other blender add-in ideas include
walnuts, almonds, cashews, cacao powder, dates, protein powder and yogurt.
• In place of the almond milk, substitute dairy milk, soy milk or coconut water.
• If you only have fresh fruit on hand, toss in a few ice cubes.