How To Make Thick And Creamy Banana Smoothie Bowl In 5 Simple Steps

Banana smoothie bowl is a fitness freak’s healthy cheat dessert that satisfies your taste buds and lets you be on track when it comes to managing weight. It's perfectly sweet and deliciously creamy. Topping it with blueberries and granola makes for a perfect dessert. A bowl of thick and creamy banana smoothies consists of healthy fruits, cinnamon, and pomegranate. You can relish it during breakfast or as an evening snack. Here's a complete recipe by by Shivaramakrishna.J, Executive Chef, Novotel Vijayawada Varun. 

Benefits Of Banana Smoothie Bowl

Gives A Healthy Skin

Bananas combined with milk contain vitamin C, which helps in the retention of the body’s collagen and promotes detox. Collagen is a natural healer that keeps your skin nourished.

Works As Fitness Booster

This banana smoothie is great for post-workout recovery, replenishing potassium and glycogen levels in your muscles. It's rich in carbs that are digested and absorbed slowly, providing a steady release of glucose. With a lower glycemic impact, it helps prevent muscle spasms and is an excellent choice to boost your workout performance.

Aids In Digestion

Bananas are rich in fibre, which supports healthy digestion and prevents constipation. Regularly consuming banana smoothies can promote smooth bowel movements and stimulate the stomach lining, helping to eliminate bacteria that can cause ulcers.

Banana Smoothie Bowl Nutritional Facts

• Calories (kcal): 135
• Calories from Fat (g): 8
• Total Fat (g): 1
• Saturated Fat (g): 0
• Cholesterol (mg): 0
• Sodium (mg): 18
• Total Carbohydrates (g): 41
• Dietary Fiber (g): 3
• Sugars (g): 28
• Protein (g): 3
• Vitamin A (% DV): 3%
• Vitamin C (%DV): 15%
• Calcium (% DV): 5%
• Iron (% DV): 2%

Ingredients For Banana smoothie bowl

1 ripe banana (preferably frozen for creaminess)
¼ cup blueberries
¼ cup pomegranate seeds
¼ cup low-fat milk
1 tsp honey (Optional)

Toppings:

A few extra blueberries
A tablespoon of pomegranate seeds
A sprinkle of walnuts or granola (optional)

Banana Smoothie Bowl Recipe

1. In a blender, combine the banana, blueberries, 2 tablespoons of pomegranate seeds, and milk. Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Add more milk only if needed – the mixture should be thick.
3. Pour the smoothie into a bowl and spread it evenly.
4. Top with the remaining blueberries and pomegranate seeds.
5. Add chia seeds or granola for a light crunch and drizzle tablespoon of honey.

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