Tropical Turmeric Smoothie Bowl

Vegan Tropical Turmeric Smoothie Bowl is a refreshing and healthy breakfast option. This smoothie combines turmeric with tropical fruits. The turmeric boosts the antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components. While the frozen fruits add their sweetness and flavor. Turmeric and tropical fruits combine to produce a distinctive and cool flavor that is ideal for warm weather. This Vegan Tropical Turmeric Smoothie Bowl recipe is enhanced with the addition of sliced bananas, blueberries, and strawberries, which all work well. Let’s prepare the delicious and creamy smoothie bowl with the instructions (mentioned below).

STATS

• Course: Snack, Breakfast, Dessert
• Cuisine: Global
• Diet: Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Vegetarian
• Total Time: Five minutes
• Preparation Time: Five minutes
• Cooking time: None

EQUIPMENT

• Food blender
• Smoothie bowl

INGREDIENTS

• Non-dairy and unsweetened almond milk 1 cup
• Frozen mango chunks 2 cups
• Banana slices frozen 1 cup
• Turmeric powder 1 tbsp
• Frozen pineapple chunks 1 cup
• Unsweetened coconut 1 tbsp
• Water half a cup or as required

OPTIONAL TOPPINGS

• Fresh banana slices
• Chia seeds
• Unsweetened grated coconut

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS

Mangoes:

• I used frozen mangoes. They provide a natural sweet and sour flavor. Replace it with peaches, papaya, or a mix of berries.

Banana:

• It provides a creamy texture. Avocado can also work.

Turmeric:

• It is the essential spice of this recipe. You can incorporate a hint of nutmeg, black pepper, ginger, or cumin to elevate the taste.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add unsweetened coconut, turmeric powder, frozen banana slices, pineapple chunks, almond milk, and mango chunks to a food blender.
2. Next, process it at a high speed.
3. During blending, add water as required to achieve a thinner smoothie texture.
4. After that, shift the smoothie into bowls.
5. Decorate the smoothie with grated coconut, chia seeds, and banana slices.
6. The tasty and soothing Tropical Turmeric Smoothie Bowl is ready to serve.
7. Savor the taste of a smoothie with your loved ones.

TOPPING VARIATIONS

Fruits:

• Add sliced or chunks of seasonal fruits as a topping over the smoothie bowl like kiwi, berries, figs, or pineapple.

Nut Butter:

• Pour vegan-friendly sunflower seed butter, almond butter, and peanut butter, over the smoothie bowl. It will add a taste.

Seeds:

• Replace chia seeds with hemp seeds and flax seeds.

Texture:

• Decorate the smoothie bowl with cacao nibs and homemade granola.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• The sweetness of pineapple salsa complements the tropical flavors of smoothie bowl.
• Serve the smoothie bowl with black bean burgers and tofu scramble.
• Enjoy with Thai green curry and Mexican quinoa bowl.
• Pair the smoothie with Vegan Jamaican jerk tofu.
• Sweet potato enchiladas and corn tacos also work well with this smoothie.
• Serve with vegan sushi rolls and vegan falafel wrap.

TIPS

• Frozen fruit is essential for creating a creamy bowl. Before blending, freeze the fruits for two hours.
• Experiment with different spices instead of turmeric.
• Use good-quality and unsweetened non-dairy milk to keep the bowl low in sugar and calories.
• You can try this smoothie bowl by adding different fruits such as lemons, oranges, or grapefruits.
• A dash of black pepper or crushed cinnamon elevates the smoothie flavors.
• Use a premium-quality and high-speed blender.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

• Store the smoothie bowl in an airtight dish and refrigerate it for an entire day.

Freezer:

• Preserve the turmeric smoothie bowl without toppings in the freezer for fifty to eighty days. Add toppings before serving to give this smoothie a refreshing texture.

FAQs

Can I substitute fresh fruits for frozen fruits?

• Fresh fruits can be used, but frozen fruits produce a thicker consistency. You can add ice cubes to get the thickness of your choice.

How much turmeric powder is advised to be used?

• Start with the suggested quantity listed in the recipe and then modify it according to your taste. Remember that turmeric has a slightly pepper flavor.

How does turmeric taste in a smoothie?

• The addition of turmeric gives the smoothie a subtle earthy flavor and warmth. It enhances the tropical fruits without overpowering them.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Serving amount 1 smoothie bowl
Total quantity two people servings
Total Calories 220 kcal
Carbohydrates 35 g
Total Fat 10 g
Protein 2 g
Sugar 25 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Sodium 50 mg