Strawberry Banana Citrus Bowl
Description
This refreshing Strawberry Banana Citrus Bowl is a bright, energizing blend of creamy bananas, sweet strawberries, and zesty citrus. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light dessert, it combines fresh fruit, yogurt or smoothie-base creaminess, and optional toppings like granola, chia seeds, or coconut flakes. It’s naturally colorful, nutrient-dense, and requires no cooking—just blend, assemble, and enjoy.
Total Time Breakdown
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Blend Time: 1–2 minutes
Assembly: 2 minutes
Total Time: 12 minutes
Ingredients (1–2 servings)
Base Blend
1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
1 large banana (frozen preferred for creaminess)
½ cup orange juice (or mandarin juice)
¼ cup Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
1–2 tbsp citrus zest (orange or lemon), optional
2–3 ice cubes (if using fresh fruit)
Toppings (customizable)
Sliced strawberries
Banana slices
Orange segments or mandarins
Granola
Chia seeds or flax seeds
Coconut flakes
Mint leaves
A drizzle of honey
Instructions
1. Prep the Fruit
Slice the banana (if using fresh) and wash/remove stems from strawberries.
Peel and segment citrus (save some juice or zest).
2. Blend the Base
Add to a blender:
strawberries
banana
orange juice
yogurt (optional)
honey/sweetener
citrus zest
ice (if fruit isn’t frozen)
Blend on high for 45–60 seconds until smooth and thick.
3. Adjust Consistency
Too thick? Add a splash of citrus juice or water.
Too thin? Add another frozen strawberry or a few ice cubes.
4. Assemble
Pour the blend into a bowl.
Arrange toppings in rows or clusters for a beautiful look:
fresh fruit slices
granola
seeds
coconut flakes
mint
5. Serve Immediately
This bowl is best enjoyed cold and fresh.
Flavor Variations
1. Tropical Citrus Bowl
Add ¼ cup pineapple + a squeeze of lime.
2. Protein Boost Bowl
Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder or 2 tbsp nut
3. Green Citrus Bowl
Add a handful of spinach (doesn’t change flavor much).
4. Creamsicle Version
Use only orange juice + extra yogurt for a creamy citrus twist.
Tips
Freeze sliced bananas beforehand for an ice-cream–like texture.
Use blood oranges or tangerines for added color and sweetness.
For a thicker bowl, use less juice or add frozen fruit.
Storage
Blend: Best consumed fresh; store up to 24 hours in an airtight jar.
Prepared bowl: Toppings may soften; consume within 4 hours.
Freeze: You can freeze the blended mixture for up to 1 month; thaw slightly and stir before serving.
Estimated Nutrition (per serving)
(Varies depending on toppings)
Calories: 250–350
Protein: 6–10g
Carbs: 45–55g
Fiber: 6–8g
Fat: 3–8g
Vitamin C: Very high
Questions & Answers
Q: Can I make this without yogurt?
A: Yes! Replace yogurt with extra banana, coconut milk, or more juice.
Q: Can I use lemon or lime instead of orange?
A: Yes—