Description
This vibrant Blue Smoothie Bowl combines frozen banana, cauliflower, and vanilla protein powder with nutrient-rich blue spirulina for a refreshing, creamy, and healthful breakfast or snack option. Topped with kiwi, berries, coconut chips, and nut butter, this smoothie bowl offers a balanced blend of flavors and textures that is both delicious and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen cauliflower florets (or frozen riced cauliflower)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (dairy-free if needed)
- 1 scoop (25 grams) vanilla protein powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon blue spirulina powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsweetened plain or vanilla almond milk (plus more as needed, add 1 tablespoon at a time)
Toppings
- Kiwi, sliced
- Blueberries
- Coconut chips
- Granola
- Blackberries
- Nut butter (such as almond or peanut butter)
Instructions
- Blend the base ingredients: In a high-powered blender, pour the almond milk first, then add the frozen banana, frozen cauliflower, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder (if using), blue spirulina powder, and vanilla extract. Use the tamper tool to push down the frozen ingredients as needed to ensure an even blend.
- Adjust consistency: If the smoothie mixture is too thick to blend smoothly, add additional almond milk one tablespoon at a time until your desired creamy texture is reached. Continue blending until the mixture is smooth and free of frozen chunks.
- Serve: Pour or scoop the smoothie into a bowl. Top with your choice of kiwi slices, blueberries, coconut chips, granola, blackberries, and a drizzle of nut butter for added flavor and texture. Enjoy immediately for the best taste and freshness.
Notes
- Frozen cauliflower is used to add creaminess and nutrients without overpowering flavor; fresh cauliflower can be used but the texture will differ.
- Blue spirulina powder not only gives a beautiful blue color but also adds antioxidants and nutrients.
- Using a high-powered blender is key to achieving a smooth texture with frozen ingredients.
- Adjust toppings according to personal preference or availability.
- This recipe can be made dairy-free by substituting the Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
