Green Smoothie Bowl Spinach Pineapple (Printable version)
A refreshing blend of spinach, pineapple, banana, and crunchy toppings for a healthy morning boost.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Smoothie Base
01 - 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, packed
02 - 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
03 - 1 medium banana, sliced and frozen
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
06 - 1 tablespoon nut butter (almond or peanut; optional)
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
→ For the Toppings
08 - 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, diced
09 - 1 small kiwi, peeled and sliced
10 - 1/4 cup granola (gluten-free if needed)
11 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
12 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
13 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
14 - Fresh berries (optional, for extra color and flavor)
# Directions:
01 - In a high-speed blender, combine spinach, frozen pineapple, frozen banana, almond milk, chia seeds, and nut butter (if using). Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Add more almond milk if necessary to reach a thick, spoonable consistency.
02 - Taste and blend in honey or maple syrup if desired for added sweetness.
03 - Pour the smoothie base into two bowls.
04 - Arrange pineapple, kiwi, granola, coconut flakes, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, and fresh berries on top as desired. Serve immediately with a spoon and enjoy.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The frozen pineapple creates an incredibly creamy texture without any dairy
- You can customize the toppings based on whatever is in your kitchen
- It comes together in literally ten minutes flat
02 -
- Frozen fruit is non negotiable here, fresh fruit will make it too watery
- The longer you blend, the warmer it gets, so stop as soon as its smooth
- Eat immediately or the base will melt and lose that perfect texture
03 -
- Start with less liquid than you think you need
- A tamper tool helps get everything moving without adding more milk
- Use really ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness