Cool Down and Get Your Energy Up with this Summer Smoothie (in a Bowl!) Recipe

30 Jul Cool Down and Get Your Energy Up with this Summer Smoothie (in a Bowl!) Recipe

Bowls are all the rage right now. Fajita bowls, acai bowls, and now fit foodies are even experimenting with smoothies in a bowl! Sounds delish to us, so we figured we’d give it a try 🙂 With all of these nutrient-rich ingredients, you’ll feel energy throughout the day. They’re simple, satisfying, and a whole lot of YUM! Feel free to customize by adding your toppings of choice, too!

Here’s an example (inspired by www.minimalistbaker.com):

Ingredients:

• ¼ Avocado
• 2 Medium Bananas, sliced and frozen
• 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Mixed Berries (I like strawberries and blueberries.)
• 2 large handfuls Spinach
• 1 small handful Kale, large stems removed
• 1 1/2 – 2 cups Unsweetened Non-dairy Milk (I prefer either almond or hemp milk.)
• 1 Serving FITTEAM Lean Protein
• Optional:
  • 1-2 Tbsp salted creamy almond or peanut butter (*FIT TIP* Be mindful on serving size here depending on your calorie goals 😉
  • Ice if you like your smoothie a little on the thick side

Energy Toppings (optional):

• Roasted unsalted sunflower seeds
• Granola
• Raw or roasted nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts, etc.)
• Shredded unsweetened coconut
• Fresh berries
• Hemp seeds
• Chia Seeds

*FIT TIP* Again, be mindful on what you add and how much depending on your energy needs/goals.

Instructions:

1. Add all smoothie ingredients to a blender, and blend until creamy and smooth. Add more milk (or water) to thin and/or ice to thicken.
2. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more banana (or honey or Stevia (for less sugar)) for added sweetness, more spinach for a bright green hue, or milk for creaminess. 
3. Divide between 2 serving bowls, and top with desired toppings!

These bowls are obviously best when fresh, but leftovers can be kept in jars in the fridge for up to 1-2 days or frozen and re-blended, providing energy when you need it most!