Were you looking forward to your vacation to a tropical island and all the amazing cuisine you were going to try there? These açaí bowls are the next best thing and they’re super refreshing. This tropical variation which is naturally sweetened with banana, mango, and pineapple, is a delicious way to get more fruit in your diet. Top it off with your favorite additions and enjoy!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups frozen mango chunks
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup frozen banana chunks
- two packets (3.5 ounces or 100 grams each) frozen unsweetened açaí berry purée
- 1 cup ice-cold water
- 1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice, to taste
- Additions: coconut granola, shredded unsweetened coconut, chopped nuts, fresh banana or kiwi, and chia seeds
Instructions:
- In a blender combine frozen mango, pineapple, and banana. Put the açaí packets under warm water for about 10 seconds to let them thaw and then cut them open and pour the açaí pulp into the blender.
- Pour in the cold water, fasten the lid, and start blending on the lowest speed until you gain traction and then increase the speed to high. You may need to scrape the sides and add 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup more water if it’s not blending.
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of lime juice to taste and blend to combine.
- Pour the smoothie into bowls and top with garnishes of your choice. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
