Green Smoothie Bowl with Granola, Chia Seeds, and Berries

Name: Green Smoothie Bowl with Granola, Chia Seeds, and Berries
Prep time: 10 min
Yield: 2

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Breakfast

A vibrant, nutrient-packed smoothie bowl that's as beautiful as it is delicious, featuring creamy green smoothie base topped with crunchy granola, chia seeds, and fresh berries for the perfect healthy breakfast.

Recipe Details

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Metric Imperial

Servings:

Prep: 10 Cook: 0

Ingredients

2 large2 large ripe bananas, peeled and frozen
100g3 cups packed fresh baby spinach
150g1 cup frozen mango chunks
1/2 medium1/2 medium ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
250ml1 cup canned coconut milk (full-fat)
2 tbsp2 tbsp natural almond butter
1 tbsp1 tbsp chia seeds, for smoothie
1 tbsp1 tbsp pure maple syrup
1/2 tsp1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tbsp1 tbsp fresh lime juice
100g1/2 cup homemade or store-bought granola
150g1 cup fresh mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
2 tbsp2 tbsp chia seeds, for topping
2 tbsp2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
2 tbsp2 tbsp sliced almonds
4 sprigs4 sprigs fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

Add 2 large2 large ripe bananas, 100g3 cups packed fresh baby spinach, 150g1 cup frozen mango chunks, 1/2 medium1/2 medium ripe avocado, 250ml1 cup canned coconut milk (full-fat), 2 tbsp2 tbsp natural almond butter, 1 tbsp1 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tbsp1 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1/2 tsp1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract, and 1 tbsp1 tbsp fresh lime juice to a high-speed blender.
Blend on high speed for 60-90 seconds, stopping to scrape down sides as needed, until completely smooth and creamy. The mixture should be thick enough to eat with a spoon - if too thin, add more frozen fruit; if too thick, add coconut milk 1 tablespoon at a time.
Taste and adjust sweetness with additional maple syrup if desired, or add more lime juice for brightness.
Divide the smoothie mixture between two bowls, using a spoon to create a smooth, even surface.
Arrange toppings in sections across the smoothie base: create lines or clusters of 100g1/2 cup homemade or store-bought granola, 150g1 cup fresh mixed berries (blueberries, 2 tbsp2 tbsp chia seeds, 2 tbsp2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes, and 2 tbsp2 tbsp sliced almonds.
Garnish with 4 sprigs4 sprigs fresh mint leaves leaves for a pop of color and fresh aroma.
Serve immediately with spoons, encouraging mixing of toppings with each bite.

Ingredients

id: frozen_banana metric: 2 large imperial: 2 large name: ripe bananas, peeled and frozen
id: baby_spinach metric: 100g imperial: 3 cups packed name: fresh baby spinach
id: frozen_mango metric: 150g imperial: 1 cup name: frozen mango chunks
id: avocado metric: 1/2 medium imperial: 1/2 medium name: ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
id: coconut_milk metric: 250ml imperial: 1 cup name: canned coconut milk (full-fat)
id: almond_butter metric: 2 tbsp imperial: 2 tbsp name: natural almond butter
id: chia_seeds metric: 1 tbsp imperial: 1 tbsp name: chia seeds, for smoothie
id: maple_syrup metric: 1 tbsp imperial: 1 tbsp name: pure maple syrup
id: vanilla metric: 1/2 tsp imperial: 1/2 tsp name: pure vanilla extract
id: lime_juice metric: 1 tbsp imperial: 1 tbsp name: fresh lime juice
id: granola metric: 100g imperial: 1/2 cup name: homemade or store-bought granola
id: mixed_berries metric: 150g imperial: 1 cup name: fresh mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
id: chia_seeds_topping metric: 2 tbsp imperial: 2 tbsp name: chia seeds, for topping
id: coconut_flakes metric: 2 tbsp imperial: 2 tbsp name: unsweetened coconut flakes
id: almond_slices metric: 2 tbsp imperial: 2 tbsp name: sliced almonds
id: fresh_mint metric: 4 sprigs imperial: 4 sprigs name: fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

Add {frozen_banana}, {baby_spinach}, {frozen_mango}, {avocado}, {coconut_milk}, {almond_butter}, {chia_seeds}, {maple_syrup}, {vanilla}, and {lime_juice} to a high-speed blender.
Blend on high speed for 60-90 seconds, stopping to scrape down sides as needed, until completely smooth and creamy. The mixture should be thick enough to eat with a spoon - if too thin, add more frozen fruit; if too thick, add coconut milk 1 tablespoon at a time.
Taste and adjust sweetness with additional maple syrup if desired, or add more lime juice for brightness.
Divide the smoothie mixture between two bowls, using a spoon to create a smooth, even surface.
Arrange toppings in sections across the smoothie base: create lines or clusters of {granola}, {mixed_berries}, {chia_seeds_topping}, {coconut_flakes}, and {almond_slices}.
Garnish with {fresh_mint} leaves for a pop of color and fresh aroma.
Serve immediately with spoons, encouraging mixing of toppings with each bite.

Tips

Freezing Bananas: Peel ripe bananas and freeze in chunks for at least 2 hours. This creates the thick, ice cream-like base without needing to add ice.

Spinach Prep: Fresh baby spinach blends more smoothly than mature spinach and has a milder flavor that won't overpower the fruit.

Texture Control: For an ultra-smooth texture, blend the spinach with coconut milk first, then add the frozen fruits. This prevents any leafy bits.

Make-Ahead: Prepare smoothie packs by portioning frozen fruits and spinach in freezer bags. Just add liquid and blend when ready.

Topping Creativity: Try different combinations like hemp seeds, goji berries, cacao nibs, or fresh fruit slices. The key is variety in texture and color.

Seasonal Variations: Swap mango for frozen pineapple in summer, or use frozen berries instead of mango for a deeper purple color.

Thickness: The smoothie should be thick enough to support toppings without them sinking. If too thin, add more frozen fruit; if too thick, add liquid gradually.

Presentation: Use a large spoon to create smooth surfaces, then arrange toppings in straight lines or geometric patterns for Instagram-worthy presentation.