Skip the straw and grab a spoon — this Green Smoothie Bowl makes a refreshing breakfast, lunch, or post-workout snack.
This week felt cluttered with tasks and little reminders tugging at my attention: work emails, conference calls, a landscaping project, my son’s spelling test, planning summer camps, dentist appointments, and family events. It was one of those ordinary weeks that still felt full. Heading to yoga helped clear my head for an hour — each breath seemed to lift a worry away.
Back home from the gym, I reached for my newest obsession: a Green Smoothie Bowl. I love green smoothies and I’m a fan of açaí bowls, so blending the two into a smoothie bowl felt like the perfect match. It’s become my go-to for breakfast and sometimes lunch — filling, cooling, and energizing.
The base for my bowl is kefir, which I’ve been enjoying lately. Into the blender I add a generous handful of fresh baby spinach, frozen pineapple, frozen mango, and a ripe banana. A few seconds on low speed gives a thick, creamy base perfect for spooning. I usually top the bowl with extra banana slices, fresh kiwi, chia seeds, and a sprinkling of shredded coconut for texture and a touch of sweetness. It’s satisfying and especially refreshing after a tough workout.
How are you holding up this week? If you can, carve out a moment just for yourself. I sometimes forget to prioritize small comforts, but this little green smoothie bowl is something I make for me — a bright, nourishing pause. We all need those simple rituals that help us reset.
If this Green Smoothie Bowl whetted your appetite, try these other smoothies and bowls:
Pineapple Smoothie Bowl
Fig and Almond Butter Smoothie
Açaí Smoothie
Carrot Mango and Kiwi Smoothie
Pumpkin Butter Smoothie
Green Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients
For the Green Smoothie Bowl:
- 1/4 cup kefir
- 1/2 ripe banana
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- 1/4 cup frozen mango
- 1/4 cup frozen pineapples
For the Toppings:
- sliced bananas
- sliced kiwis
- shredded coconut
- chia seeds
- honey (optional)
Instructions
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In a blender, add kefir, banana, spinach, frozen mango, and frozen pineapple in that order. Blend on low until the mixture is thick and creamy, pausing to tamp ingredients down if necessary. Transfer the thickened smoothie into a bowl and place briefly in the freezer while you prepare toppings.
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Top with sliced banana, kiwi, shredded coconut, chia seeds, and a drizzle of honey if desired. Serve immediately.