Easy Green Smoothie Bowl

This green smoothie bowl is the perfect balance of nutritious ingredients and delicious flavor! It makes a tasty and nutritious bowl for breakfast. Customize your green smoothie bowl with a variety of toppings and your favorite fruits for a refreshing meal.

This Smoothie Bowl Recipe and post was originally written by former contributor Alyssa of Queen of Quinoa. The original recipe has been edited and the post has been updated from the archives to include additional information.

Making this Green Smoothie Bowl

We made it through the holidays…phew! But if you’re anything like me, then you’re feeling a serious need to detox.

I feel like from mid-November until late-December, our world revolves around food. We have Thanksgiving, where it’s a day dedicated to eating until we burst. And then there’s all those holiday parties. Then, it’s Christmas.

And after Christmas is over, my body needs a little break.

I’ve done a few cleanses over the years, and while I do see the results if I followed it to a T, they’re really challenging. Yes, they’re probably amazing for your system, but it’s something you really need to commit to.

And usually for a few weeks. It doesn’t seem like that much time, but while you’re doing it…it’s tough! So rather than doing a full-blown cleanse, I think I’ll just turn back to the good stuff. Simple ingredients and more green stuff.

I’ve noticed that, at least with my body, if I start incorporating more and more greens into my diet, then I see changes.

Not necessarily losing weight, but feeling healthier, more regular and overall like a weight has been lifted. (And to be honest, I think it’s a combination of extra greens and less sugar – holidays = sugar coma)

Lunch and dinner are easy. I just choose to eat more salads, or make collard wraps instead of sandwiches. Little swaps that really aren’t that hard to make. But breakfast? That’s where it gets harder.

I’m a total sweets person when it comes to breakfast. Give me pancakes or a muffin over eggs any day. So when you’re trying to eat more greens, that sweet tooth of mine is hard to cure.

But once I started eating green smoothie bowls, my world completely changed.

So I wanted to share my absolute favorite green smoothie with you today. I make this when I’m feeling the need for a little detox and always feel like I have more energy throughout the day.

What’s in this Green Smoothie Bowl

This smoothie bowl recipe is packed with healthy ingredients! Here’s what you need to make it:

• Almond Milk
• Frozen Banana
• Frozen Avocado
• Cucumber
• Vanilla Protein Powder – extra protein
• Chia Seeds
• Rolled Oats
• Baby Spinach
• Ice Cubes

For the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions to make this healthy green smoothie bowl, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.

How to Make a Smoothie Bowl 

The best way to make this smoothie bowl is using a high-speed blender. Here’s how:

Add all of the ingredients, except the toppings, to the blender. Secure the lid tightly. Then, blend on high until smooth and creamy.

Transfer the green smoothie to an individual serving bowl. Add your personalized toppings and enjoy immediately!

The above is simply a quick summary of this healthy smoothie bowl. Check out the full recipe in the free printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for all the detailed instructions.

Green Smoothie Bowl Toppings

Toppings are a fun way to customize the colors and flavors of your green smoothie bowl. You can get really creative with your smoothie bowl toppings. Here are a few ideas:

• Coconut Flakes
• Chia Seeds
• Hemp Seeds
• Granola 
• Nuts
• Greek Yogurt
• Fresh Berries
• Banana Slices
• Kiwi Fruit
• Fresh Pineapple Chunks

Green Smoothie Bowl FAQs

Got questions about how to make this smoothie bowl recipe? Here are the answers to a few commonly asked questions. Feel free to leave any other questions in the comments on this post and I’ll respond with answers.

Can I use different greens?

Sure! Fresh spinach is great if you’re new to green smoothies because it has a very mild taste compared to many other leafy greens.

However, you can make this healthy smoothie bowl using kale, swiss chard, or a mix of fresh greens if you prefer.

I wouldn’t recommend something with a strong taste, such as arugula, however, as the flavor would be overpowering.

Will frozen spinach work in this smoothie bowl?

You can use frozen spinach, however I usually prefer to use raw spinach since it is fresher.

Can I use a different type of milk?

Sure – use coconut milk, soy milk, or whatever your milk preference is. You can even substitute water, fresh orange juice, or coconut water in place of the almond milk if you like.

What can I substitute for banana?

If you don’t have any bananas, or don’t like them, I recommend substituting the banana with frozen peaches, frozen mangos, or frozen pineapple.

What should I do with leftover green smoothie bowls?

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to a day in an airtight container, such as a mason jar.

For longer storage, transfer the leftover smoothie bowl to a freezer-safe container and store in the freezer. You’ll need to thaw slightly before eating.

Try this Green Smoothie Bowl at Home!

Next time you’re looking for a green smoothie recipe, give this thick smoothie bowl a try!

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In this Kale and Frozen Berry Smoothie, frozen wild blueberries, strawberries, red raspberries, and blackberries are combined with mango, fresh kale, chia seeds, and orange juice.

This Chocolate Banana Almond Milk Smoothie doubles as a filling breakfast and sweet afternoon pick-me up. It’s so easy to make and incredibly creamy!

This Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie recipe is a great way to brighten your breakfast table! Flavors of strawberry, sweet pineapple, and coconut together in this fruit smoothie make it taste a little bit like a strawberry colada – only much healthier!

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