1. In a high-speed blender add 1 frozen banana, 1 cup frozen mango, ¼ zucchini, ¼ avocado, 1 cup spinach, 1 medjool date and ¼ cup oat milk. Blend until thick and creamy.

2. Spoon mixture into a bowl. Add your toppings (½ banana, ½ kiwi fruit, 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds, 1 tbsp coconut flakes and 1 tbsp hemp seeds).

Tips
Using frozen fruit creates the ice-cream consistency required. So don’t forget to freeze your fruit beforehand!
Depending on your blender, you may need to consistently stir or tamp down the mix until it is completely blended. It should be super thick!

Ve – Vegan
DF – Dairy Free
GF – Gluten Free
NF – Nut Free

Nutritional Information: per smoothie bowl (with protein powder added)
Calories: 600 kcal
Protein: 26g
Carbohydrates: 95g
Fat: 28g

Nutrition Boost + Iron

Eating a variety of vegetables ensures we are providing our body with all the vitamins and nutrients it needs to not just survive, but thrive! It is so important to consume at least 5 servings of veggies a day, which is why we like to blend them into smoothie bowls to make it a bit easier! The spinach and zucchini in this recipe provide vitamin K, vitamin A and iron. Vitamin K is important for blood clotting and bone health. Due to its assistance with regulating calcium balance, it strengthens bones and prevents mineral loss. Vitamin A is essential for good vision, and assists with the maintenance of the immune system. Iron is an important factor in the general functioning of your body, which is why a lack of iron can have us feeling drowsy or demotivated. It’s responsible for producing red blood cells, transporting oxygen to the body’s organs, and boosting immunity. It’s also important for those of us that workout regularly. When you have an adequate amount of iron in your body it is able to go to work providing the extra oxygen your muscles need to contract and endure throughout your session. Not only that, it also helps with the recovery afterwards. Without iron, your muscles are more likely to stay inflamed and sore for days after a tough session. The red blood cells repair the affected tissues, making you stronger and more prepared for your next workout!