Green ‘hulk’ smoothie bowl

Author: Chrissy Freer - B App Sc Nut, Grad Cert Human Nut

Photographer: André Martin

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Start the day right with this satisfying green smoothie. Make it a delight for the tastebuds and to behold with the beautiful garnishes. You can use any milk you like, if almond milk is not your thing, but if you do use a plant 'milk' this is a vegan-friendly breakfast.

Serves: 2

Time to make: 10 mins

Ingredients

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2 bananas, sliced, frozen
2 kiwifruit, peeled, chopped, plus extra, diced, to serve
40g baby spinach
¼ cup black chia seeds, plus 1 teaspoon extra, to serve
2 fresh dates, pitted, chopped
1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
1½ cups unsweetened almond milk
1 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes
mixed berries, to serve

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Instructions

1 In a blender, blitz the bananas, kiwifruit, spinach, chia seeds, dates, the peanut butter and the almond milk in a blender until thick.

2 Divide smoothie between two serving bowls. Top with toasted coconut, berries, and extra diced kiwifruit and chia seeds.

HFG tip

This smoothie will thicken on standing because of the chia seed. You can use any milk you like.

Nutrition Info (per serve)

Calories 493cal

Kilojoules 2061kJ

Protein 12.2g

Total fat 20.7g

–Saturated fat 3.2g

Carbohydrates 54.8g

–Sugars 45.5g

Dietary fibre 20.7g

Sodium 137mg

Calcium 346mg

Iron 4.5mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.

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