Lemon Blueberry Smoothie Bowl (Printable)
A vibrant blend of blueberries and lemon topped with granola and fresh fruit, perfect for a nutritious start.
# What you'll need:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 1 cup frozen blueberries
02 - 1 frozen banana
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
→ Toppings
08 - 1/2 cup granola
09 - 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
10 - 1/2 banana, sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
12 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds
13 - extra lemon zest
# Directions:
01 - Combine frozen blueberries, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and sweetener in a blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
02 - Divide the smoothie mixture evenly between two serving bowls, using a spatula to ensure even distribution.
03 - Arrange granola, fresh blueberries, banana slices, coconut flakes, and chia seeds over each bowl. Finish with a sprinkle of lemon zest.
04 - Serve immediately with spoons while the smoothie base is thick and the toppings remain crunchy.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Tastes like something you'd order at a fancy cafe but takes literally ten minutes
- The granola stays crunchiest when you eat it right away, which is the best excuse to not share
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- If your blender sounds like it's dying, add a splash more milk and wait, don't force it
- Lemon zest contains all the essential oils, so don't skip it even if you think it's fussy
03 -
- A high speed blender makes a huge difference in texture, but a regular one works if you're patient
- Taste your blended base before you pour it out, you can always add more sweetener or lemon