Mint Chip Avocado Smoothie Bowl (No Banana)

This mint chip avocado smoothie bowl is super satisfying treat that contains no banana—an avocado lovers dream! Enjoy it as breakfast or a healthy dessert—learn how to make it with a handful of simple ingredients in just 5 minutes. Vegan, gluten free, nut free and soy free.

Why You’ll Love This Smoothie Bowl

• Has 31 grams of protein
• Extremely rich, thick texture
• Packed with antioxidants

This mint chip avocado smoothie bowl is a unique breakfast or snack option. If you love avocados then this recipe is for you! It’s not super sweet like most smoothie bowls are, and the mint and chocolate chip flavours really stand out.

The base of this smoothie bowl is made with frozen avocado. Avocados are a creamy fruit which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Antioxidants protect the body from radical cell damage that builds up over time, leading to chronic diseases. Eating avocados and other antioxidant rich fruits is an easy way to lower oxidative stress in the body.

High cholesterol levels may be lowered by eating avocados as they are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Avocados are high in fibre and good fat, meaning they encourage satiety and promote a well functioning digestive tract. It’s a healthy habit to include avocados in your smoothie bowls and smoothies regularly!

Ingredients Needed

These are the ingredients you will need to make this mint chip avocado smoothie bowl.

Himalayan salt: Balances out the sweetness and brings depth to the other ingredients.

Mint extract: Peppermint extract works best but any mint extract is fine.

Raw cacao nibs or vegan chocolate chips: Cacao nibs are more bitter, chocolate chips are more sweet.

Protein powder: Any favourite chocolate vegan protein powder. Make sure to use a powder that is sweetened.

Frozen avocado: Make sure the avocado was ripe when frozen for a pleasant tasting, creamy result.

Agave syrup: Adds sweetness, don’t skip it!

Coconut milk: The liquid that brings all of the other ingredients together to blend smoothly and adds a creamy consistency.

For ingredient amounts and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Benefits

High fibre

Easily get more fibre in your every day diet! In addition to being generally healthy, getting enough fibre can be extremely helpful for weight loss as it helps keep you feeling full for longer, without adding calories. Fibre also helps improve our gut health.

Nutrient dense

Vegan smoothie bowls are a great way to get more nutrient rich foods in each day. By blending them into a single meal, it’s super quick, easy and fun! Choose ingredients like dark leafy greens, berries, nuts, seeds and fruits to make your smoothie bowls nutrient rich.

Quick and easy

It’s incredibly fast to make a yummy smoothie bowl. Gather your ingredients and toss them in the blending container, blend, and you’re already done! Rinse the blender container. It doesn’t get much more simple than that. Smoothie bowls rarely take more than 5 minutes to make. This makes them a great option if you find yourself short on time for a healthy meal.

Variations

Make it sweeter

For a sweeter version of this mint chip avocado smoothie bowl try doubling the amount of agave syrup in the recipe. Alternatively, add 2-3 soaked and pitted medjool dates. Using vegan chocolate chips instead of cacao nibs will result in a sweeter smoothie as well.

Try an alternative plant milk

This recipe uses coconut milk but you can try using any plant based milk you prefer. Some alternatives include soy, almond or cashew! You can also make your own plant milk from scratch.

Adjust the consistency

If you prefer a thicker consistency you can try the recipe using a bit less liquid than what is suggested. If you want a thinner consistency, try adding a bit of extra liquid to the recipe.

Instructions 

• Add all ingredients except cacao nibs to blender.

• Start blending at low speed for 5-10 seconds. Increase to high speed and use the blender tamper to push ingredients down towards the blades.

• Stop blending when mostly smooth and add the cacao nibs. Finish blending when the smoothie base is smooth but some cacao nib pieces are left.

• Scoop into a bowl and add desired toppings. Serve your mint chip avocado smoothie bowl immediately!

Prep & Blending

Add ingredients in the correct order

Always add liquid ingredients to your blender first. Then add powders, nut butters, nuts and seeds. Then add fresh greens and fresh fruit. Finally add your solid ingredients like frozen fruit. If using a small blender container with a twist on lid, reverse the order so that when you turn the container over to blend the frozen ingredients are farthest away from the blades.

Use a tamper

Push ingredients down towards the blades while blending using the tamper that comes with your blender. This helps to avoid thick smoothie bowls from getting stuck, so you don’t have to stop blending and scrape down the sides of the container.

Avoid over blending

Try to blend your smoothie bowl for less than a couple of minutes. If blended for too long, even thick smoothie bowls will become thin. This is because the heat generated by the blades and motor of the blender heat up your ingredients while they are being blended.

Use a high power blender

For smoothie bowls that have a perfectly smooth and creamy texture use a high powered blender such as a Vitamix. A Vitamix can break down any ingredients to much finer particles than standard blenders, and more nutrients are released. A high speed blender also reduces the time you need to blend your recipe, which helps keep it nice and cold.

Chill your bowl

By placing your bowl in the freezer for a few moments you can help your smoothie bowl stay cool for longer. This way it won’t start melting instantly while you are eating it. This is especially helpful if you’re in a hot climate. Pop it into the freezer while you are prepping and blending, then take it out when it’s time to pour your finished smoothie bowl!

FAQ’s

Does this smoothie bowl taste like avocado?

Yes, this smoothie bowl is for avocado lovers who don’t want any banana in their smoothie bowl— it does taste like avocado. The mint and chocolate flavours balance everything out without any overwhelming sweetness.

Can I lose weight with smoothie bowls?

Smoothie bowls are an excellent weight loss food! This is because they are generally healthier and higher in fibre and nutrients. Due to high water content, the large volume of a smoothie bowl helps your stomach to feel satiated. And the fibre keeps you feeling full for longer, without feeling weighed down or tired.

Can smoothie bowls be refrigerated?

Smoothie bowls are best enjoyed immediately after blending, while they are freshest. However you can refrigerate most smoothie bowls for 1-2 days in an airtight container such as a jar. Be aware the consistency will not be as thick as a fresh smoothie bowl.

Can I make smoothie bowls without a high speed blender?

Yes, you can still make smoothie bowls with a regular blender. It might take more patience depending on the recipe, but it can work. Turn off the blender to scrape down the sides of the container, and secure the lid before continuing to blend. Repeat as needed. Alternatively you can add a small amount of additional liquid to the recipe, which should help.

How can I increase the protein?

If you wish for your smoothie bowl to have a higher protein content, you can simply add (more) protein powder to the recipe. Plain unsweetened plant based protein will work in any smoothie bowl. Alternatively you can try adding hemp seeds or even silken tofu.

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