by Mackenzie Burgess | May 12, 2023
In need of some smoothie bowl inspiration? Look no further. I’ve rounded up 20 of the best smoothie bowl recipes to fuel your mornings. These recipes are vegan or include vegan-friendly options!
This post was first published on June 13, 2021. It was updated with a few additional smoothie bowl recipes on May 12, 2023.
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What is a vegan smoothie bowl?
Smoothies bowls are a thicker version of smoothies served in a bowl with delicious toppings sprinkled over top. To make it vegan, you would omit or substitute any dairy or animal products.
Customize it your way
These smoothie bowl recipes are vegan so they contain no animal products or provide vegan substitutions. However, you can easily customize it to fit your dietary preferences.
- Yogurt – Many smoothie bowl recipes call for yogurt to add creaminess. Vegan friendly options include almond, oat, or coconut yogurt. If you are not vegan, you can use Greek yogurt or regular yogurt.
- Milk – In order to break down the frozen ingredients, smoothie bowl recipes will call for a splash of milk. Vegan options would include plant-based milk such as almond, coconut, oat, rice, or soy milk. Non-vegan options would be dairy milk like skim milk or whole milk.
- Sweetener – Some recipes may call for a touch of sweetness to compliment the fruit and greens. Vegan friendly sweeteners include agave, maple syrup, or date syrup. Feel free to also use honey if you are not vegan.
Are smoothie bowls healthy?
As a dietitian, I love how smoothie bowls are filled with vibrant fruits and vegetables like berries, beets, cauliflower, spinach, and bananas. All these different colors represent different nutrients that keep us healthy. For example:
- Blueberries – Blueberries are rich in anthocyanin which provide anti-inflammatory effects.
- Spinach – Spinach contain a carotenoid called lutein which helps protect against damage to the eyes.
- Bananas– Bananas are packed with beneficial antioxidants, potassium, and dietary fiber.
If you have a goal to include more fruits and vegetables in your day, smoothie bowls are a great way to go!
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Peanut Butter Smoothie Bowl
If you're a PB lover, this one's for you! This protein-packed smoothie bowl is filled with frozen bananas, peanut butter, and lots of crunchy toppings.
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Chocolate Cherry Smoothie Bowl
Cherries are in season all summer long. If you find yourself with extras, freeze them and throw them into this delicious chocolate cherry bowl.
Matcha Smoothie Bowl
Packed with energizing ingredients like matcha powder, dates, and spinach–this smoothie bowl is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. Top with coconut energy bites and other satisfying toppings of your choice!
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Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl
Achieve that Insta-worthy pink smoothie bowl by blending together vibrant fruit and yogurt. As a bonus, berries are packed with immune-supporting vitamin C.
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Cacao Banana Smoothie Bowl
Bananas + Chocolate…can you think of better combo?? Blend this bowl up for a healthier way to curb your sweet tooth.
Energy-Boosting Green Smoothie
Blend together frozen bananas, spinach, and protein powder for a protein and fiber-packed bowl. This powerful combo helps us feel more energized throughout the day!
Chocolate Berry Smoothie Bowl
Have some extra chocolate protein powder you're not sure what to do with? Add it into this slightly sweet smoothie bowl. Top with extra blueberries and granola for a crunch.
Strawberry Smoothie Bowl
This strawberry smoothie bowl is completely customizable and super easy to blend together. It tastes just like angel food cake with fresh strawberries on top!
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Pineapple Mango Smoothie
Creamy, thick, and tropical–this smoothie bowl has all the summer feels. Perfect to enjoy on the beach or close your eyes and pretend you're there!
Sweet Kale Smoothie Bowl
Sneak some veggies into your morning bowl with kale–rich in vitamin K, calcium, and fiber. Blend kale together with pineapple and peaches for a nourishing combo.
Blueberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
This recipe is customizable–choose your favorite plant based milk and protein powder to use. Blended together with frozen bananas and frozen blueberries for a classic combo.
Acai Berry Bowl
Acai is a type of berry that grows in South American rainforests. In the United States, you typically find them in frozen packets–perfect to add to smoothie bowls like this one.
Blue Smoothie Bowl
Blue spirulina is a powder derived from blue-green algae. It's rich in beneficial nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It's also responsible for creating the lovely blue hue for this smoothie bowl.
Beet Smoothie Bowl
Beets may sound like a strange addition to a smoothie bowl but paired with frozen berries and the result is antioxidant-rich, velvety goodness.
Banana Peach Smoothie Bowl
Depending on the time of year you can buy fresh peaches and freeze them or opt for pre-frozen peaches at your grocery store. Either way you'll create a sweet and satisfying smoothie bowl.
Chocolate Smoothie Bowl
This healthy chocolate smoothie bowl is a tasty, sweet breakfast loaded with nutrients. It’s filled with nourishing ingredients like cauliflower, cocoa powder, and protein powder of your choice.
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Pitaya Bowl
Pitaya (also known as dragonfruit) creates that beautiful bright pink hue. It's also filled with important nutrients like iron, magnesium, and vitamin C.
Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Smoothie Bowl
This bowl is a refreshing and healthy version of a classic summer treat. Blend together frozen strawberries, rhubarb, and banana with a touch of almond butter and cinnamon.
Probiotic Smoothie Bowl
Start your morning right with this dairy-free probiotic smoothie made with honeydew melon, raspberries, and avocado. To get extra fancy, serve it in a cut melon.
Tropical Smoothie Bowl Recipe
This satisfying breakfast bowl has a secret ingredient… soft tofu! Tofu packs in extra protein and creaminess.
Avocado Smoothie Bowl
Blending avocado into smoothie bowls not only adds creaminess but it also adds healthy unsaturated fats. Sprinkle in monkfruit for an extra touch of sweetness.
Mermaid Smoothie Bowl
This dietitian-approved smoothie bowl is filled with nourishing ingredients like bananas, citrus, and chia seeds. All blended together with spirulina, which gives it that unique blue-green color.
Looking for more smoothie bowl recipes?
Check out this “Beautiful Smoothie Bowls” book by Carissa Bonham on Amazon filled with 80 other easy, nutritious bowls. My favorite is the Berries and Cream recipe!
What is your favorite smoothie bowl to make? Leave a comment below and let me know.
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