Vibrant Smoothie Bowls Twist (Printable)

Purple yam, pistachio, banana, fruit, and crunchy toppings make these bowls a fun, nourishing breakfast option.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 small purple yam (ube), peeled and diced
02 - 1 cup frozen bananas, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
05 - 2 tablespoons pistachio paste or shelled pistachios
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, optional

→ Toppings

07 - 1/4 cup fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
08 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons granola, gluten-free if needed
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios
11 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
12 - Edible flowers or microgreens, optional

# Directions:

01 - Steam or boil the purple yam for 8 to 10 minutes until fork-tender. Let cool completely before blending.
02 - Add cooked purple yam, frozen bananas, Greek yogurt, almond milk, pistachio paste, and honey or maple syrup into a blender.
03 - Blend until smooth and creamy. If needed, add a splash more almond milk to reach a thick, spoonable consistency.
04 - Divide the smoothie base evenly between two serving bowls.
05 - Garnish each bowl with berries, kiwi slices, granola, chopped pistachios, coconut flakes, and edible flowers or microgreens as desired.
06 - Present immediately, accompanied with a spoon.

# Cooking Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and ready in under half an hour
  • Brings a pop of color to your mornings with natural superfoods
  • Customizable toppings for your cravings or dietary needs
  • Includes a blend of fiber protein and healthy fats for balance
  • Great way to shake up routine smoothies and try new flavor combos
02 -
  • Packed with antioxidants from purple yam berries and kiwi
  • Filling yet refreshing for warm or cool weather alike
  • Gluten-free and vegetarian so everyone can enjoy
03 -
  • Do not skip steaming your yam or sweet potato for ultimate creaminess
  • Use bananas that are fully frozen to ensure your base is thick not runny
  • Arrange toppings generously for both crunch and color since it makes eating so much more fun
  • Taste before sweetening since bananas and yam are naturally sweet
  • A little edible flower or microgreen goes a long way in transforming your bowl into something special

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