Drinking your smoothie is so last season. Get with the healthy eating trend and try out a delicious smoothie bowl for a new way to get your daily dose of nutrient-packed goodness.
Avocado and Kale Smoothie Bowl
Serves 1
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Ingredients:
1 cup kale leaves
1 cup quinoa milk
1 banana, sliced
½ avocado
½ cup ice
1 tsp Xylitol
½ cup blueberries
1 kiwi, sliced
1 tsp chia seeds
Chia seeds are a rich source of fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. The seeds are also a great plant-based source of protein because they contain all nine essential amino acids.
Preparation:
- Blend the kale, quinoa milk, ½ of the banana, avocado, ice, and 1 teaspoon of the xylitol until smooth.
- Transfer to a bowl and top with the blueberries, kiwi, chia seeds, remaining ½ banana, and a drizzle of agave.
Blueberries add an additional antioxidant punch as they’re rich in anthocyanin, a flavonoid with potent antioxidant properties.
Recipe supplied by Fresh Earth
Author: Pedro van Gaalen
When he’s not writing about sport or health and fitness, Pedro is probably out training for his next marathon or ultra-marathon. He’s worked as a fitness professional and as a marketing and comms expert. He now combines his passions in his role as managing editor at Fitness magazine.
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