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Creamy Pink Smoothie Bowl

A delightful vegan smoothie bowl made with frozen fruits and topped with nuts and seeds for a nutritious start to your day.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large pitted Medjool dates (or substitute with 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup blanched and slivered almonds or raw cashews
  • 2 frozen sliced bananas
  • 1 cup frozen raspberries
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened, plain plant-based milk (almond milk recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds, hemp seeds, and/or ground flaxseed (optional)
  • Raspberry chia jam (optional, for topping)
  • Raw chunky almond butter (for topping)
  • Dragonfruit (pitaya), thinly sliced (for garnish)
  • Frozen berries (as toppings)
  • Unsweetened shredded coconut (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Blend the frozen bananas, frozen raspberries, almond milk, Medjool dates, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the blanched slivered almonds or raw cashews and blend for just a few seconds to incorporate.
  3. Incorporate chia seeds, hemp seeds, or ground flaxseed if using, and blend for an additional 10 seconds.
  4. Taste your smoothie, and if needed, add more Medjool dates or maple syrup for sweetness.
  5. Pour the smoothie into a bowl and add toppings such as almond butter, raspberry chia jam, and shredded coconut.
  6. Decorate with sliced dragonfruit and a mix of frozen berries for an artistic finish.

Notes

Serve in a unique bowl for visual appeal. Experiment with toppings to create beautiful presentations.

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Keywords: smoothie bowl, vegan breakfast, healthy snacks, summer recipes