Trio of Smoothie Bowls

Good Morning, Sunshine! Since coming back from Australia, I've been on a big smoothie bowl kick. Here is a little collection of what I have been enjoying on warm summer mornings.

FIG, STRAWBERRY, & GOJI BERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL

This first bowl was inspired by the beautiful fresh figs a co-worker gifted me — a summertime treat I look forward to every year. I love finding new ways to showcase them, and this smoothie bowl quickly became a favorite. Goji berries add a boost of flavor and nutrition, packed with antioxidants and adaptogenic benefits, while giving the bowl its gorgeous pink hue.

FIG, STRAWBERRY, & GOJI BERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL

Serves 1 · Vegan · Refreshing · Antioxidant-Rich

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup frozen strawberries

• 1 frozen banana

• ½–1 cup almond milk (adjust for desired thickness)

• 3 fresh figs (blend 2, slice 1 for topping)

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• 1 Tbsp dried goji berries

• 1 Tbsp super seed blend (for topping)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Blend: Combine all ingredients except the super seed blend in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.

2. Serve: Pour into a bowl and top with sliced fig and a sprinkle of super seeds.

3. Enjoy: A vibrant, naturally sweet bowl packed with antioxidants — perfect for slow, sunlit mornings.

CARROT CAKE SMOOTHIE BOWL

This bowl was inspired by the beautiful heirloom carrots I picked up at the farmers’ market. I usually love making a simple carrot soup when I find a fresh bunch, but with summer heat and no A/C, the stove was definitely off-limits. The local market’s carrot cake is to die for, but since it felt a little early for dessert (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t love cake for breakfast?), I decided to create the next best thing — a healthy, spiced Carrot Cake Smoothie Bowl that tastes like comfort in a spoon.

CARROT CAKE SMOOTHIE BOWL

Serves 1 · Vegan · Nourishing · Naturally Sweet

INGREDIENTS

• ½–1 cup unsweetened coconut milk

• 1 cup spinach

• 1 cup raw carrots, chopped, steamed, and cooled

• ½ cup frozen pineapple

• 1 banana

• ½ cup frozen mango

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tsp freshly grated ginger

• ½ tsp maca powder

• Dash of cinnamon

• Dash of nutmeg

  
  

Toppings (optional): Super seeds, shredded coconut, and goji berries

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Blend: Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy.

2. Serve: Pour into a bowl and top with super seeds and shredded coconut.

3. Enjoy: A creamy, spiced smoothie bowl that tastes like dessert — nourishing, vibrant, and perfect for sunny mornings.

TROPICAL PARADISE GREEN SMOOTHIE BOWL

This last bowl was inspired by the Destination Hawaii children’s yoga class I taught last week. Through a series of playful poses, we rode bikes on the boardwalk, swam with dolphins and sea turtles, did sun salutations atop a volcano, and even went surfing. It left me dreaming of a tropical getaway, so I blended up this vibrant green smoothie bowl — reminiscent of the islands and deeply nourishing. The result? A delicious mix of naturally sweet tropical fruits, filling chia seeds, protein-rich kale, zesty ginger, and energizing matcha.

TROPICAL PARADISE GREEN SMOOTHIE BOWL Serves 1 · Vegan · Energizing · Island-Inspired

INGREDIENTS

• ½–1 cup coconut milk

• 1 small handful chopped kale

• 1 frozen banana

• ¼ cup frozen pineapple

• ¼ cup frozen mango

• ½ tsp matcha powder

• ¼ tsp freshly grated ginger root

Toppings (optional): Chia seeds, shredded coconut, or fresh tropical fruit

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Blend: Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy.

2. Serve: Pour into a bowl and garnish with chia seeds, shredded coconut, or fresh fruit.

3. Enjoy: A bright, tropical blend that brings a taste of island sunshine to your morning.

I love a smoothie bowl! It invites me to slow down and truly savor the morning, rather than rushing through a smoothie on the go, and sets a beautiful tone for the day.