Pitaya Smoothie Bowl
Brighten your day with a delicious Pitaya Smoothie Bowl! Made with vibrant pitaya (dragon fruit), this smoothie bowl is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. It’s a refreshing and healthy way to start your morning or enjoy as a snack.
Bite-Sized science
Did you know that pitaya is a unique member of the cactus family? It belongs to a genus known for its stunning flowers that bloom at night. The fruit is rich in phytonutrients, particularly betalains, which give it its vibrant color and are powerful antioxidants. These compounds help combat oxidative stress in the body, making pitaya a great choice for promoting overall health!
Ingredients
Categorized for easy shopping list creation:
| PRODUCE | |
|---|---|
| Pitaya/Dragon Fruit (red fleshed, frozen) | 1 cup |
| Strawberries (fresh or frozen) | 1 cup + more for topping |
| Mango (fresh or frozen) | 1 cup |
| Lime, juiced | 2 |
| Kiwi | for topping |
| DRY GOODS | |
|---|---|
| Gluten-free Oats | 1 1/2 cup |
| Ground Flaxseed | 1/4 cup |
| Shredded Coconut, unsweetened | 1/4 cup |
| Maple Syrup | 1/3 cup |
| Coconut Oil | 1/4 cup |
| SPICES | |
|---|---|
| Cinnamon | 1/2 tsp |
| Vanilla Bean Powder | 1/2 tbsp |
Cooking Tips
The base of this smoothie bowl is made with pitaya, strawberries, and mango. If you’re using frozen fruit, let them thaw slightly before blending for a smoother texture. To skip the thawing time, consider using fresh strawberries or mango since pitaya is typically sold frozen. Alternatively, you can buy all the ingredients frozen and place one or two in the fridge to thaw overnight.
The granola recipe is from the Medical Medium. Check out his post for Maple Vanilla Granola.
Final Thoughts
The granola recipe makes several servings. Store extras in an airtight container for up to 4 weeks.
Pitaya Smoothie Bowl
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
Smoothie
- 1 cup Pitaya frozen
- 1 cup Strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1 cup Mango fresh or frozen
- 2 Limes, juiced
- Kiwi and Strawberries, topping
Granola
- 1 1/2 cups Oats gluten-free
- 1/4 cup Shredded Coconut unsweetened
- 1/4 cup Ground Flaxseed
- 1/3 cup Maple Syrup
- 1/4 cup Coconut Oil melted
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 tbsp Vanilla Bean Powder
Instructions
Smoothie Bowl
- Blend together pitaya, strawberries, mango, and lime juice until smooth. Using fresh strawberries or mango will make blending easier. If needed, let smoothie thaw a bit before blending or add small amounts of water. Be careful not to add too much liquid or the smoothie bowl will lose its thickness.
- Transfer to a bowl and top with fresh strawberries, kiwi and granola.
Granola
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the oats, coconut, and ground flaxseed in a large bowl and stir.
- Add in the maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, and cinnamon and stir until well combined.
- Spread the mixture out evenly on the prepared baking sheet to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Bake for 25-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and cool for 10 minutes without touching the mixture. Then break up into smaller pieces and cool completely.