Vibrant Smoothie Bowls Twists (Printable)

Nutrient-packed bowls with purple yam, pistachio, fresh fruits, and creative toppings for a vibrant morning.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 small purple yam (ube), peeled and diced
02 - 1 cup frozen bananas, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - 2 tablespoons pistachio paste or shelled pistachios
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, optional

→ Toppings

07 - 1/4 cup fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
08 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons granola, gluten-free if required
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios
11 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
12 - Edible flowers or microgreens, optional

# Directions:

01 - Steam or boil the diced purple yam for 8 to 10 minutes until fork-tender, then allow to cool.
02 - Combine the cooled purple yam, frozen bananas, yogurt, almond milk, pistachio paste, and honey or maple syrup in a blender.
03 - Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add a splash of almond milk if necessary to attain a thick, spoonable texture.
04 - Evenly distribute the smoothie base into two serving bowls.
05 - Arrange the berries, kiwi, granola, chopped pistachios, coconut flakes, and edible flowers or microgreens decoratively over each bowl.
06 - Present immediately with spoons for optimal texture and freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bright flavors and colors start your day cheerfully
  • Easy to customize for dietary needs and ingredient swaps
02 -
  • This recipe contains tree nuts and may contain dairy and gluten, depending on yogurt and granola
  • Nutritional value per serving: 310 calories, 11 g fat, 48 g carbohydrates, 8 g protein
03 -
  • Swap ube for sweet potato or beetroot to change the color profile
  • Add protein powder to the base for a boost
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