Wild Blueberry Smoothie Bowl

This wild blueberry smoothie bowl is a thick and delicious antioxidant-rich treat—made with just 5 healthy ingredients in 5 minutes. Vegan, gluten free and soy free.

Why You’ll Love This Smoothie Bowl

• Packed with antioxidants
• Has hidden greens
• Healthy fats

This wild blueberry smoothie bowl is extremely high in antioxidants and nutrients, perfect to enjoy as a healthy breakfast or snack. It’s made without any banana and has an extra thick, satisfying consistency. Grab your favourite smoothie bowl toppings and a blender to give it a try!

Blueberries are a superfood and smoothie bowls are a perfect way to consume lots of them! They can benefit brain function, heart health, gut health, immune function and even help to control cravings. Blueberries are high in anthocyanins, which is the antioxidant responsible for the blue colour of the berry. The antioxidants in blueberries are highly anti-inflammatory and reduce oxidative stress in the body, lowering the risk of chronic diseases.

Reduction of cholesterol is also a benefit to consuming blueberries regularly. Blueberries contain soluble fibre which absorbs cholesterol in the gut and is later excreted. Blueberries are also helpful in regulating blood sugar levels which is especially great if you are trying to lose body fat and this smoothie bowl is low in calories.

Ingredients Needed

These are the ingredients you will need to make this wild blueberry smoothie bowl.

Almond butter: Adds a rich creaminess when combined with the frozen ingredients.

Agave syrup: Adds sweetness to balance the tart taste of wild blueberries.

Frozen spinach & blueberries: Any type of frozen blueberries will work and be super healthy, but use wild blueberries if possible!

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

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.

Make it sweeter

This smoothie bowl is subtly sweet but for even more sweetness add 1-2 soaked medjool dated. Be certain the dates are pitted before adding to the blender otherwise there will be hard bits that make your smoothie bowl inedible!

Experiment with toppings

Finding the perfect combination of toppings is one of the best things about smoothie bowls. The right toppings will add wonderful texture and flavour to your already delicious smoothie base. Some toppings that go well on this blueberry smoothie bowl are chia seeds, walnuts, cashews, fresh blueberries, strawberries, almond butter, toasted coconut and mulberries.

Instructions 

• Add all ingredients to blender.

• Start blending at low speed for 5-10 seconds. Increase to high speed and blend for 1-2 minutes. Use the blender tamper to push ingredients down towards the blades.

• Scoop into a bowl and add desired toppings. Serve your wild blueberry smoothie bowl immediately!

Prep & Blending

Use frozen greens

Dark leafy greens can easily boost your smoothie bowls nutritional content. Greens don’t have to be fresh for blending. Frozen greens like kale and spinach are perfect for adding into smoothie bowl recipes. Be aware that if you want your smoothie bowl to be a certain colour, greens may alter it.

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 spinach?

No, spinach is a very mild tasting green which is muted by the strong, tart flavour of blueberries. There is no ‘green’ taste, even though you’re getting your greens in! The nutty almond butter flavour comes through the berries more than anything else.

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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