As a type of fruit smoothie, smoothies are popular among many people for their unique preparation method, easy drinkability, and especially their health benefits. Join TasteVN in the kitchen and try making 7 simple, nutritious smoothie bowls for a healthy morning!
What is a smoothie?
A smoothie is a thick beverage made from blended fruits or vegetables, with ice, water, or sweeteners,…
In addition to fruits, many types of smoothies also include crushed ice, honey, syrup, yogurt, or other ingredients.
Most smoothies are safe and healthy, helping with weight loss, skin beauty, maintaining shape,… which is why they are favored and consumed daily by many people.
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1. Banana and avocado smoothie for a vibrant Monday morning
Estimated preparation time and quantity of finished product:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes.
- Quantity: 2 bowls.
Ingredients and tools prepared:
- 1 – 2 frozen bananas
- 1/2 avocado (or 100g frozen avocado)
- 200ml nut milk
- 1 handful of spinach
- 1 – 2 large kale leaves
Tools: Blender, bowl, spoon,…
Steps to follow:
Step 1: Cut the bananas and avocado into bite-sized pieces. Remove the wilted and damaged leaves from the spinach and kale, discard the hard stems, then wash and chop them short.
Step 2: Divide the ingredients into two parts and add them sequentially to the blender, first blending the nut milk and greens for about 1 minute, then adding the remaining fruits for another minute before turning off the machine.
Final product
Pour the mixture into a wide-mouth bowl and sprinkle with toppings (banana, kiwi, hemp seeds).
Note: You should use a moderate amount of milk to keep the smoothie thick; adding too much will dilute the smoothie, making it difficult to place toppings.
2. Banana, dragon fruit smoothie for Tuesday morning
Estimated preparation time and quantity of the final product:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes.
- Quantity: 2 bowls.
Ingredients and tools to prepare
- Half a bowl of frozen strawberries
- Half a bowl of frozen blueberries (or you can use mulberries)
- 1/2 a red dragon fruit
- 1 frozen ripe banana
- 1 cup of nut milk (cashew milk, oat milk, or coconut milk)
Tools: Blender, bowl, spoon,…
Steps to follow
Step 1: Cut the banana and dragon fruit into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2: Add all ingredients to the blender and blend until smooth.
Final product
Pour the mixture into a bowl and sprinkle toppings as desired (banana, kiwi seeds, hemp seeds,…).
Note:
- You need to use at least 2 types of frozen fruit for the smoothie to have a thick, fluffy texture and not be watery.
- Adjust the amount of milk – liquid added so that it is just enough to avoid being too thick or too watery.
- If the berries are too sour, increase the amount of banana or blend in 1 or 2 dates to increase sweetness.
3. Banana, chocolate smoothie for a fulfilling Wednesday morning
Estimated time to prepare and quantity of the final product:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes.
- Quantity: 1 bowl.
Ingredients and tools needed to prepare
- 1 – 2 frozen bananas
- 2 teaspoons of peanut butter
- 1 cup of nut milk
- 1/4 teaspoon or 2 drops of Vanilla essence (if available, it will enhance the aroma)
- 1 teaspoon of unsweetened pure cocoa powder
Tools: Blender, bowl, spoon,…
Steps to carry out
Step 1: Put the above ingredients into the blender and blend until smooth.
Step 2: Pour the mixture into a bowl, sprinkle shredded coconut, cocoa nibs, and various nuts on top, and enjoy.
Final product
Make sure to consume the banana, cocoa smoothie right after completing it for the best flavor.
4. Banana, mango, yellow passion fruit smoothie for Thursday morning
Estimated preparation time and quantity of final product:
- Preparation time: 25 minutes.
- Quantity: 1 bowl.
Ingredients and tools needed
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/4 pineapple
- 1/2 frozen mango
- 1 tablespoon of passion fruit pulp
- 1/2 cup of coconut water (adjust to achieve the desired smoothness of the smoothie)
Tools: Blender, bowl, spoon,…
Steps to follow
Step 1: Clean the pineapple and cut it into medium pieces. Cut the banana into pieces to make it easier to blend.
Step 2: Put all the ingredients into the blender and blend until smooth. If your blender is not very powerful, blend the passion fruit with the coconut water first, strain out the seeds, and then blend with the remaining ingredients.
Final product
Once completed, pour the final product into a bowl and enjoy.
5. Banana and strawberry smoothie for a cheerful Friday morning
Estimated preparation time and quantity of the final product:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes.
- Quantity: 1 glass.
Ingredients and tools needed
- 150gr frozen strawberries
- 3 – 4 tablespoons of oats (choose instant oats or rolled oats for quicker blending)
- 1 container of unsweetened yogurt
- ¼ cup of nut milk (or fresh coconut water)
Tools: Blender, bowl, spoon,…
Steps to follow
Step 1: Blend the oats with the nut milk first until smooth, then add the remaining ingredients.
Step 2: Pour the mixture into a bowl and decorate with toppings (fresh strawberries, red dragon fruit, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, and oats).
Final product
Make sure to consume the final product right after completion to keep the smoothie fresh and tasty.
6. Super cool banana, orange turmeric smoothie for Saturday morning
Estimated time to prepare and quantity of the final product:
- Preparation time: 25 minutes.
- Quantity: 2 bowls.
Ingredients and tools needed
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 mango
- 50g Greek yogurt (or regular yogurt)
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder (if using fresh turmeric, then a small piece about 1 – 2cm)
- A little filtered water (or fresh coconut water)
Tools: Blender, bowl, spoon,…
Steps to implement
Step 1: Put all the ingredients into the blender and blend until smooth. Pay attention to adjust the amount of water to achieve the desired thickness of the smoothie.
Step 2: Pour the mixture into a bowl and add toppings if desired.
Final product
Make sure to enjoy it right after completion to savor the best flavor.
7. Banana, algae smoothie for a refreshing Sunday morning
Estimated preparation time and quantity of finished product:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes.
- Quantity: 1 bowl.
Ingredients and tools needed
- 1 cup cashew milk (can use coconut milk or fresh coconut water)
- 2 frozen bananas
- 1/2 kiwi
- 1 tablespoon coconut cream
- 1 teaspoon spirulina powder (if using fresh spirulina in tablet form, then 1/2 tablet)
Steps to follow
Step 1: Put all the above ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
Step 2: Pour the mixture into a bowl, decorate with toppings (star fruit, kiwi, shredded coconut, and cacao nibs).
Final product
After adding the toppings, you have a banana smoothie with spirulina ready to enjoy right away.
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Above is information about how to make a simple, nutritious smoothie bowl that TasteVN shares with you. Wishing you success in your preparation!
*Refer to images and recipes from: juicylife.vn
