Pin A colorful, nutrient-packed breakfast bowl featuring creative flavor combinations like pistachio and purple yam, topped with fresh fruits and crunchy toppings for a delightful morning treat.
Creating these smoothie bowls has become my favorite way to start busy mornings. The gorgeous purple hue plus crunchy pistachios always puts a smile on my face.
Ingredients
- Purple yam (ube): 1 small, peeled and diced (for base)
- Frozen bananas: 1 cup, sliced (for base)
- Greek yogurt: 1/2 cup, or coconut yogurt for dairy-free (for base)
- Almond milk: 1/2 cup, unsweetened (for base)
- Pistachio paste or shelled pistachios: 2 tbsp (for base)
- Honey or maple syrup: 1 tbsp, optional (for base)
- Fresh berries: 1/4 cup, blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries (for topping)
- Kiwi: 1, peeled and sliced (for topping)
- Granola: 2 tbsp, gluten-free if needed (for topping)
- Chopped pistachios: 1 tbsp (for topping)
- Unsweetened coconut flakes: 1 tbsp (for topping)
- Edible flowers or microgreens: optional (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the yam:
- Steam or boil the purple yam for 8–10 minutes until fork-tender. Allow to cool.
- Blend the base:
- In a blender, combine the cooked purple yam, frozen bananas, Greek yogurt, almond milk, pistachio paste, and honey or maple syrup.
- Achieve creamy consistency:
- Blend until smooth and creamy. If needed, add a splash more almond milk to achieve a thick, spoonable consistency.
- Divide and serve:
- Divide the smoothie mixture between two bowls.
- Add toppings:
- Artfully arrange the berries, kiwi, granola, chopped pistachios, coconut flakes, and edible flowers on top.
- Enjoy immediately:
- Serve immediately with a spoon.
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Sharing this breakfast with my sister became our special Saturday ritual. Every bowl we created reflected our personality and made mornings memorable.
Required Tools
Blender, small saucepan or steamer, knife and cutting board, serving bowls and spoons
Allergen Information
Recipe contains tree nuts (pistachios), dairy if using Greek yogurt, and possible gluten if granola is not gluten-free. Always check labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 310, Total Fat 11 g, Carbohydrates 48 g, Protein 8 g
Pin Try this vibrant bowl the next time you crave something quick yet extra special in the morning. Personalize with toppings and colors to bring joy to your breakfast.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I use sweet potato instead of purple yam?
Yes, cooked sweet potato offers a similar texture and vibrant color as a base, making a delicious alternative.
- → Are these bowls suitable for a vegan diet?
Substitute plant-based yogurt and use maple syrup to make the bowl completely vegan-friendly.
- → What can I use instead of pistachio?
Try almond or cashew butter for unique flavor twists, or use seeds if you need a nut-free option.
- → How do I achieve a thick, creamy bowl?
Use frozen bananas and the right ratio of yogurt and milk. Adjust almond milk to get the desired thickness.
- → What toppings work best with this bowl?
Fresh berries, kiwi slices, granola, pistachios, coconut flakes, and edible flowers make beautiful and flavorful toppings.
- → Is there a high-protein option?
Add your favorite protein powder to the base ingredients for a more filling and protein-rich bowl.