Spinach Banana Almond Butter Smoothie Bowl

A thick, spoonable, high-protein breakfast smoothie bowl packed with leafy greens, potassium-rich banana, and healthy fats from almond butter for steady morning energy.

Ingredients

• 1 large ripe banana, sliced (freeze 1–2 hours for best thickness)
• 1 packed cup fresh spinach (about 30–40g)
• 1 tbsp almond butter (natural, unsweetened)
• 3/4 cup milk of choice (dairy or unsweetened plant milk)
• 2 tbsp rolled oats
• 1 tsp chia seeds (optional, pantry staple-friendly)
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
• Pinch of fine salt
• 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, only if you want it sweeter)

Method

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  Step 1: Freeze for thickness (quick prep)

  If you haven’t already, slice the banana and freeze it until firm (at least 1–2 hours). Frozen banana is the key to a thick, scoopable smoothie bowl without needing added sugar or lots of nut butter.

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  Step 2: Blend the greens smooth first

  Add the milk and spinach to a blender. Blend on high until the spinach is fully broken down and the liquid turns a smooth, bright green (about 20–30 seconds). This step prevents leafy bits in the final bowl.

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  Step 3: Build the thick base

  Add the frozen banana, almond butter, oats, chia (if using), cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt. Blend, scraping down the sides as needed, until very thick and creamy.

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  Step 4: Serve

  Spoon into a bowl immediately (it should mound like soft-serve). Swirl the top with the back of a spoon. Eat right away for the best thick texture.

Tips

• **No frozen banana?** Use a fresh banana and add a handful of ice cubes, but note the texture will be slightly more icy than creamy.
• **Extra protein (still breakfast-friendly):** If you have it, add 2–3 tbsp Greek yogurt or a scoop of protein powder (reduce milk slightly to keep thickness).
• **Make it lighter:** Skip the chia seeds and reduce almond butter to 2 tsp; you’ll still get great flavor with fewer calories.
• **Meal-prep hack:** Freeze sliced bananas in single portions so you can blend in minutes on busy mornings.
• **Serving suggestion:** Pair with a boiled egg or a piece of whole-grain toast for a more filling, balanced breakfast.

Nutrition (per serving, estimate)