Hibiscus Berry Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients Featured in Our Hibiscus Berry Smoothie Bowl
Recipe Overview
This Hibiscus Berry Smoothie Bowl is inspired by breakfasts on the boardwalk in San Diego. It brings the salty air and vibrant energy of the beach to your table. With its emphasis on cooling and bright ingredients like hibiscus, strawberries, and raspberries, this smoothie bowl is ideally suited for summer. It’s is full of detoxifying, anti-inflammatory properties and is perfect for a vitamin-packed breakfast treat that’s both energizing and refreshing.
The combination of fruits, nuts, and seeds provides vital nutrients for energy production and hormonal balance. The addition of almond butter and chia seeds offers satisfying fats and proteins, ensuring the meal is grounding amidst its cooling qualities. This dish is designed to cool the body, promote fluid production, and aid in maintaining a balanced internal environment during the hot months.
About Our
Hibiscus Berry Smoothie Bowl
For a fun and healthy start to your day, try our Hibiscus Berry Smoothie Bowl. This superfood smoothie bowl combines the tart flavor of hibiscus with the sweet and tangy taste of frozen strawberries and raspberries. It is all blended into a creamy base with almond milk and banana. The toppings add texture and additional nutrients, making this bowl a satisfying and healthy option for breakfast or a mid-day snack.
Hibiscus is known for its cooling properties, and berries nourish Yin, helping to counter the Yang heat of summer. This smoothie bowl is particularly supportive during the follicular and ovulating phases of the menstrual cycle. It provides a rich array of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and healthy fats that support hormonal balance and energy production. The combination of fruits, nuts, and seeds ensures you get a well-rounded and delicious meal to start your day right.
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What You'll Need
Almond Butter
Creamy almond butter adds healthy fats and protein, making the recipe more satisfying and nutritious. It also adds a rich, nutty flavor that complements the berries.
Almond Milk
Unsweetened almond milk provides a smooth, creamy liquid base, enhancing the nutty flavors and keeping the bowl dairy-free.
Banana
Sliced banana adds natural sweetness and a creamy texture, as well as a boost of potassium and energy-enhancing carbohydrates.
Bee Pollen
This optional topping adds a boost of protein, vitamins, and minerals. It has both immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties.
Chia Seeds
These tiny seeds are packed with fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and protein. They absorb liquid and swell up to create a thick texture, making them ideal for thickening the smoothie bowl.
Hibiscus Powder
This powder adds a vibrant color and a concentrated dose of antioxidants and nutrients. It’s known for its cooling properties, which are perfect for balancing the body’s heat during summer.
Hibiscus Tea
Brewed hibiscus tea infuses the smoothie bowl with its signature tart flavor and additional cooling properties.
Honey Or Maple Syrup
These natural sweeteners add a touch of sweetness without refined sugars, also providing additional antioxidants and minerals.
Rolled Oats
Ground into a fine powder, rolled oats add fiber and help thicken the bowl, giving it a creamy texture and making it more filling.
Strawberries & Raspberries
Frozen strawberries and raspberries offer a sweet, tangy taste and are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, supporting overall health and vitality.
How to Make
Hibiscus Berry Smoothie Bowl
Prepare the Drizzle
Mix almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and salt until combined. Add hot water and stir well until thick and smooth. Set aside until ready to use.
Blend the Base
Add oats and chia seeds to an empty blender. Blend until finely ground. Add almond milk, hibiscus tea, honey, almond butter, hibiscus powder, strawberries, raspberries, and banana. Blend until combined and smooth, scraping down the blender as needed.
Assemble and Garnish
Spoon the smoothie mixture into bowls. Top with fresh strawberries, raspberries, chia seeds, bee pollen granules, and a dusting of hibiscus powder. Drizzle with the prepared almond butter sauce.
FAQs
Can I substitute hibiscus tea with another tea?
Yes, though hibiscus is preferred for its cooling properties, you can use other fruity or floral teas as a substitute.
What if I don’t have hibiscus powder?
The powder adds a vibrant color and flavor. You can skip it and infuse more hibiscus tea for a subtle taste.
Is there a nut-free alternative to almond butter?
For a nut-free version, try using sunflower seed butter or tahini as delicious alternatives.
How can I make this bowl more protein-rich?
Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder or Greek yogurt (or a vegan alternative) to the blender with the other ingredients.
Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time?
It’s best when it is fresh, but you can prepare the smoothie base and store it in the fridge overnight. Add toppings fresh in the morning.
Are there any alternatives for bee pollen granules?
For a vegan option, omit the bee pollen or replace it with a sprinkle of hemp seeds or a drizzle of agave syrup.
Still hungry?
Dive into this Hibiscus Berry Smoothie Bowl for a bright, nutritious start to your day, embodying the vibrant spirit of summer with every spoonful.
Looking for more fun breakfast treats? Try our tropical Coconut Matcha Chia Seed Pudding or Winter Citrus Smoothie for vitamin-rich immune boosters that will cool you down all summer long.
Hibiscus Berry Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients
Almond butter drizzle
- 1/4 cup almond butter or other nut butter
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- pinch salt
- 2 tbsp hot water
Smoothie bowl
- 2 tbsp rolled oats
- 1 1/2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/3 cup almond milk unsweetened, vanilla, or another plant milk
- 2 bag hibiscus tea emptied (about 2 tsp if using loose-leaf)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp almond butter or other nut butter
- 1/4 cup hibiscus flower powder
- 1 cup strawberries frozen, chopped
- 1 cup raspberries frozen
- 1 banana sliced
Toppings
- strawberries sliced
- raspberries
- chia seeds
- bee pollen granules
- hibiscus flower powder
Instructions
- To make the drizzle, stir together almond butter, honey, and salt until combined. Add hot water and stir vigorously until thick and smooth. Set aside until ready to use.1/4 cup almond butter, 1 tbsp honey, pinch salt, 2 tbsp hot water
- To make the smoothie bowl, add oats and chia seeds to an empty blender. Blend until finely ground.2 tbsp rolled oats, 1 1/2 tbsp chia seeds
- Add almond milk, tea, honey, almond butter, hibiscus powder, strawberries, raspberries, and banana. Blend until combined and smooth, scraping down the blender as needed.1/3 cup almond milk, 2 bag hibiscus tea, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp almond butter, 1/4 cup hibiscus flower powder, 1 cup strawberries, 1 cup raspberries, 1 banana
- Spoon into two bowls. Serve with desired toppings and almond butter drizzle and enjoy! 🌺strawberries, raspberries, chia seeds, bee pollen granules, hibiscus flower powder