GOURMET

Beet Banana Smoothie Bowl

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This smoothie is macronutrient-balanced. This means it has sensible proportions of carbohydrates, protein and fat, which makes it suitable for a meal.

 

Ingredients

2 medium bananas, frozen

2 small beetroots, peeled and cubed

8 strawberries

60g protein powder, neutral or vanilla flavour

1/2 cup rolled raw oats

1 cup reduced-fat coconut milk

Vanilla caviar scraped from 2 inches of a vanilla bean

1 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground ginger

 

Toppings

Fresh banana, sliced

Coconut flakes

 

Preparation

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until a smooth consistency. Extra water may needed in small incremental amounts to achieve desired consistency.

Divide smoothie between two bowls. Garnish with desired toppings.

 

Nutrition per serve (minus toppings)

540kcal / 2260kJ

Carbohydrate 47g

Protein 37g

Fat 20g

Fibre 12g