Smoothie bowls are one of the best meal ideas out there; they are incredibly versatile and tasty. I have been an avid smoothie bowl lover for a while now, but it was only until recently that I started experimenting with banana-less smoothie bowls. As much as I love banana, it occasionally upsets my stomach. So, in replacement to banana, I have been experimenting with frozen zucchini in my smoothie bowls! Zucchini is a wonderful ingredient because it has a mild flavor, is rich in many nutrients, it supports healthy digestion, and is a lower-carb, but still tasty, alternative to a banana. I never thought that such a delicious smoothie creation could be made without the creaminess and sweetness of a banana!

This smoothie bowl combination is ridiculously refreshing. As soon as I sampled it from the blender, I knew I had to add the recipe to the blog. This smoothie bowl is filled with superfoods such as mango and spirulina, is full of protein, and sneaks in a serving of vegetables without being able to tell! The addition of basil adds an additional component of freshness that leaves you craving more. 

INGREDIENTS (Yields one smoothie bowl)

• One medium zucchini, sliced and frozen

• 1/2 Heaping cup frozen mango

• One serving of vanilla plant protein, I used Orgain protein

• 1/4 Tsp. spirulina powder

• 2 Fresh basil leaves

• Water, coconut water, or non-dairy milk to blend

  
  

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Blend all ingredients together in a food processor or blender, and blend until smooth. Add in liquid of choice in small increments; use just enough to successfully blend the mango and zucchini. The thickness of the smoothie bowl will depend on the amount of liquid used.

2. Transfer to a bowl and top with you favorite toppings! Some of my favorites for this recipe are cacao nibs, mango, fresh berries, and cereal.