Description
Tropical paradise meets breakfast bliss with this dragon fruit smoothie bowl, a colorful morning marvel packed with nutrients and island vibes. Creamy pink swirls topped with crunchy granola, fresh berries, and coconut flakes invite you to savor a delicious wellness moment.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Base:
- 1 cup (150 g / 5.3 ounces) frozen dragon fruit (pitaya) cubes (pink flesh for vibrant color)
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ cup (75 g / 2.6 ounces) frozen mango chunks
Liquid and Sweeteners:
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fluid ounces) coconut milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Optional Nutritional Boosts:
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional, for added nutrition)
Toppings:
- Fresh fruits (kiwi, strawberries, blueberries, banana slices)
- Granola or toasted coconut flakes
- Chia seeds or flaxseeds
- Nuts (almonds, cashews, or walnuts)
- A drizzle of honey or nut butter
- Edible flowers (for an extra touch of beauty)
Instructions
- Gather the dragon fruit, banana, optional mango, coconut milk, chia seeds, and sweetener into a powerful blender.
- Pulse the ingredients until a velvety, dense mixture forms, pausing occasionally to clear the blender sides with a spatula.
- Evaluate the smoothie’s texture, gradually introducing additional coconut milk if the consistency feels overly compact.
- Transfer the vibrant, creamy concoction into a serving vessel, ensuring an even distribution.
- Embellish the smoothie surface with an artistic arrangement of freshly sliced fruits, crunchy granola, diverse seeds, and chopped nuts.
- Optional enhancement: Elegantly drizzle honey or your preferred nut butter across the top for additional flavor complexity.
- Consume immediately to preserve the optimal temperature and textural integrity of the smoothie bowl.
Notes
- Swap frozen dragon fruit with frozen acai or mixed berries for a different flavor profile and added antioxidants.
- Use plant-based yogurt instead of coconut milk to create a protein-rich, dairy-free version for those with dietary restrictions.
- Chill your serving bowl beforehand to keep the smoothie base extra cold and maintain its thick, creamy texture longer.
- Experiment with alternative sweeteners like agave, monk fruit, or stevia for those watching sugar intake or following specific diet plans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg