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How to Make a Berry Chia Seed Smoothie Bowl
No need to buy an overpriced smoothie bowl at a hip cafe. Instead, just get these lovely ingredients, and whip up your own.
Prep 5 minMakes 4
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Why it works: No need to buy an overpriced smoothie bowl at a hip cafe. Instead, just get these lovely ingredients, and whip up your own.
Ingredients
BatchesOriginal yield: 4
Print recipe →- bananas, sliced2
- dates, pitted and halved4
- coconut milk yogurt (or Greek yogurt)2 cups
- coconut water¼ cup
- blueberries1 cup
- chia seeds¼ cup
- optional toppings: hemp seeds, blackberries, raspberries, sliced strawberries
Method
- Place the first 6 ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth.
- Place in an airtight container and allow to chill for 20 minutes prior to serving.
- Add to bowls and top with hemp seeds, sliced strawberries, blackberries and raspberries.
Smoothie bowls have become somewhat of a staple for healthy eaters, particularly when it comes to the first meal of the day. You know those breakfast bowls: They're colorful, full of fruits and look like something you need to hit up a trendy cafe to enjoy.
Smoothie bowls, like the popular acai bowl recipes, are super easy to make right at home. This coconut yogurt chia seed smoothie bowl is the perfect way to kick-start your mornings, made in the comfort of your own cozy kitchen in just five minutes.
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By using coconut yogurt in this recipe, this smoothie bowl is dairy-free but still packed with flavor and creamy texture.
Key smoothie bowl ingredients
Yogurt
Yogurt is a must for a good smoothie bowl, as it adds creamy texture as well as fats. This recipe uses coconut milk in order to avoid dairy.
Coconut milk also contains natural fatty acids that provide extra energy. If you prefer dairy, go with Greek yogurt, which has the added advantage of being high in protein for a yogurt.
Coconut water
Coconut water is also included in this smoothie bowl, partly why eating this is a great way to start the day. Why? Coconut water contains multiple vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals, plus plenty of potassium, making it a high-electrolyte beverage.
Chia seeds
This smoothie bowl recipe also utilizes chia seeds, a favorite sneaky superfood, for extra nutrients plus crunchy texture. Chia is rich in protein (amino acids), omega-3 fats, fiber, manganese, phosphorus and calcium.
Sweeteners
Bananas are a great addition because they blend so well with the yogurt and add natural sweetness. Plus they're loaded with fiber.
Speaking of sweetness, rather than resorting to sugar or even honey or maple syrup, go with dates. They're rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals.
Finally, blueberries add some color and a heap of antioxidants, but you can use your favorite berries.
Let's make this photo-worthy breakfast!
How to make a smoothie bowl
Start by adding the first six ingredients to a blender or food processor and blending until nice and smooth. Those benefit-rich blueberries give this coconut yogurt smoothie bowl that lovely hue.
Place the blended mix in an airtight container, and let it chill in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes. Then add the smoothie mix to a bowl, and go wild with the toppings.
It's a great idea to add berries, coconut flakes and hemp seeds for a dose of healthy fats. Don't forget to take a photo of your awesome coconut yogurt chia seed smoothie bowl before serving and enjoying!
More healthy "bowl" recipes
If you enjoy your meals in bowl form but are looking for something beyond soup recipes, here are a few more healthy recipes to try:
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