If you're getting tired of drinking smoothies in the morning, try my Gluten-Free Vegan Mixed Berry Protein Smoothie bowl for a change of pace.
Smoothies are a breakfast favorite in our house in the mornings because they are quick and easy and can even be taken on-the-go. I send my husband with a smoothie in one of these handy blender shaker bottles every morning for his ride to work.
But for me, sometimes I like to slow down and enjoy my smoothie as a "smoothie bowl", which is just a thicker version of a smoothie that you can enjoy in a bowl with a spoon instead of a smoothie cup.
It can be made just as quick as a regular smoothie in a Vitamix, or food processor and you can customize it to whatever fruit or toppings you have on hand or feel like at the time.
For this particular recipe, I used frozen organic bananas and organic mixed berries. I had a huge 3-pound bag of organic mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries and blackberries) which I love because they aren't overly sweet.
The frozen banana gives it an almost soft serve "ice cream" type texture which makes it seem more like a dessert than breakfast!
This healthy recipe is raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, paleo-friendly and contains no refined sugar.
5 Fast Facts About Bananas:*
- high levels of trytophan to help combat depression
- aids in weight loss
- strengthens the immune system
- high in fiber and potassium
- helps to lower blood pressure
5 Fast Facts About Raspberries:*
- high in antioxidants
- anti-cancer benefits
- good source of dietary fiber
- high ORAC (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) value of 4,900 per 100 g
- excellent source of vitamin C at 47% RDA
5 Fast Facts About Blueberries:*
- packed with vitamin C at 25% RDA
- excellent source of dietary fiber
- high in antioxidants
- help to boost immunity
- can enhance brain health and improve memory
5 Fast Facts About Blackberries:*
- 1 cup contains 35% dv of vitamin C
- 1 cup contains 20% dv of fiber
- excellent source of antioxidants
- contains anti-cancer properties
- contains 36% dv vitamin K
5 Fast Facts About Almonds (Almond Milk):*
- helps to regulate cholesterol and blood pressure
- energy booster
- loaded with calcium and fiber
- ¼ cup contains 8 grams of vegan protein
- high in antioxidants
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Gluten-Free Vegan Mixed Berry Protein Smoothie Bowl
Equipment
- Vitamix or high-speed blender
Ingredients
- 2 organic bananas frozen
- 1 cup organic mixed berries blueberries, raspberries, blackberries
- 4 tablespoons Sprout Living Epic Protein (Vanilla Lucuma) or your favorite clean organic vegan protein powder
- 2 tablespoons homemade almond milk
Instructions
- Advanced Preparation: Peel and slice two organic bananas and freeze overnight in an airtight BPA-free container.
- Add all ingredients to a food processor or Vitamix (using the tamper, if needed) and process until well blended and smooth.
- If it's too thick, add 1 tablespoon of almond milk at a time until it gets to the consistency of your preference.
- Optional: Top with extra mixed berries
- Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
The recipe and photographs for "Gluten-Free Vegan Mixed Berry Protein Smoothie Bowl" by Karielyn Tillman of The Healthy Family and Home™ website are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial No Derivatives 4.0 International License and cannot be used without my written permission.
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Want More Healthy Vegan Breakfast Recipes?
Check out these:
- Pro-Matcha Banana and Avocado Smoothie Bowl
- Dark Cherry and Acai Berry Smoothie Bowl
- Classic Acai Berry Smoothie Bowl
- or my Clean Eating Cookbook with over 140 healthy, clean eating recipes just like this one that you will love!
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