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Grapefruit Smoothie Bowls

These grapefruit smoothie bowls are a refreshing treat full of citrus flavor! Totally vegan and great for a healthy breakfast or snack.

Smoothie bowls are definitely a health trend I could never get on board with. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that juiceries are able to change $15 for one small size?

With so many added ingredients, there is definitely a “health halo” around those colorful, fruity dishes. Fruit is natural sugar of course, but it is still sugar that will not keep me full for more than an hour.

However, smoothie bowls are refreshing! So I’ve come to treat them as more of a snack I make myself when I am in the mood for something that will quench my thirst and provide a decent amount of vitamins. Enter: this tangy grapefruit smoothie bowl!

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How to Make the Best Grapefruit Smoothie

The secret here is to cut that tart flavor with frozen strawberries. They help contribute to this lovely pink hue and brighten up all other flavors. Frozen banana and a few teaspoons of maple syrup lend a hand in the sweetness department. You could also substitute a Medjool date!

Just for fun, I scooped out the flesh from my grapefruit instead of segmenting so I could use the peels as little bowls. This is 100% optional–in fact, this taste just as tasty out of a regular drinking glass!

How to Make a Filling Smoothie

Almond butter helps the satiation factor, I’d imagine cashew butter would work too. I do not recommend peanut butter, as it has too strong of a flavor.

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Feel free to get creative with toppings and just use whatever tropical fruit and nuts you have on hand. I hope you enjoy these citrus-y smoothies; please let me know in a comment on Instagram and what you think! Serves two generously.

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Grapefruit Smoothie Bowls


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  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 smoothies 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

These grapefruit smoothie bowls are a refreshing treat full of citrus flavor! Totally vegan and great for a healthy breakfast or snack.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 banana, peeled broken into chunks
  • 1 grapefruit
  • 14 tsp maple syrup, or 12 soft Medjool dates, depending on desired sweetness level
  • 3 TBS runny almond butter
  • 1/2 tsp powdered ginger, optional
  • 4 ice cubes
  • Toppings: mango, kiwi, nuts of choice, seeds of choice, banana, coconut, etc.

Instructions

  1. If you are serving in peel bowls, cut grapefruit in half and scoop out flesh with a serrated knife and spoon. Set peels aside.
  2. To a high speed blender, add grapefruit flesh, strawberries, banana, maple syrup/dates, almond butter, powdered ginger, and ice cubes. Blend until thick and combined.
  3. Pour into peel bowls and sprinkle on toppings of choice!
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Drink
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 295 calories
  • Sugar: 25.5 grams
  • Sodium: 4.5 milligrams
  • Fat: 13.4 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 1.1 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12.3 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 43.2 grams
  • Fiber: 7.2 grams
  • Protein: 6.8 grams
  • Cholesterol: 0 milligrams

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Portrait of Emily Meyers, founder of Garlic Head

About the Author

Emily (Frigon) Meyers is the founder of Garlic Head, a plant-based recipe website for all eaters who want to easily, affordably, and sustainably incorporate more vegetables into their diets while saving time and money. She is a lifelong vegetarian and 10+ year vegan. Garlic Head does not focus on labels - it focuses on creating food that everyone can enjoy.

Emily earned a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University along with degrees in Economics, Spanish, and Global Sustainability from the University of Pittsburgh. She has been featured on numerous podcasts and websites including The Food Institute, VegNews, Buzzfeed, and the Boston Globe.

Meet Emily here.

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