Blueberry Papaya Smoothie Bowl

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Makes

2-3/4 cups

Updated: Feb. 13, 2024
Some of my favorite foods are blueberries, almond milk and date syrup, so I used them to invent this blueberry papaya smoothie bowl. I almost always have those ingredients at home, so I can whip up a smoothie bowl any time. —Andrea Potischman, Menlo Park, California
Blueberry Papaya Smoothie Bowl Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 teaspoons date syrup
  • 1 cup cubed peeled papaya
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1/2 cup frozen unsweetened blueberries
  • 1 medium banana, divided
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons chia seeds, divided
  • Granola
  • Unsweetened coconut flakes
  • Optional: Fresh blueberries and additional date syrup

Directions

  1. In a blender, combine almond milk, date syrup, papaya, ice cubes, blueberries, half the banana and 1 teaspoon chia seeds. Cover and process until blended.
  2. Pour into 2 individual serving bowls. Slice remaining half of banana; arrange slices over top of smoothies. Sprinkle with granola, coconut and remaining 1/2 teaspoon chia seeds. If desired, top with fresh blueberries and additional date syrup. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 smoothie bowl: 141 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 5g fiber), 2g protein.