Green Smoothie Bowl Kiwi Chia (Printable)
A vibrant bowl blending spinach, kiwi, chia seeds, and fresh fruit for a nourishing breakfast or snack.
# What You Need:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 2 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
02 - 1 cup baby spinach, packed
03 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
04 - 1/2 cup Greek-style coconut yogurt
05 - 1 kiwi, peeled and chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave (optional)
→ Toppings
08 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons granola
10 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
11 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
12 - Fresh berries to taste
13 - Sliced banana to taste
14 - Pumpkin seeds to taste
# Steps:
01 - Combine frozen bananas, spinach, almond milk, yogurt, chopped kiwi, chia seeds, and maple syrup in a high-speed blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
02 - Divide the smoothie mixture evenly between two serving bowls, using a spatula to transfer all contents from the blender.
03 - Arrange sliced kiwi, granola, additional chia seeds, coconut flakes, fresh berries, banana slices, and pumpkin seeds on top of each bowl in an attractive pattern.
04 - Serve with spoons and enjoy right away while the smoothie base retains its thick, creamy texture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes like dessert but fuels you like a multivitamin, no compromises needed
- The toppings turn breakfast into something you actually look forward to making
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- Over-blending can make the mixture too thin and warm, so pulse just until smooth
- The base thickens up quickly, so have your toppings ready before you start blending
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- A tamper tool helps stubborn ingredients blend without adding more liquid
- Chill your bowls in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving for extra staying power