When summer rolls in, so does the flood of smoothie-bowl inspo on your feed. And while we love them, some of those picture-perfect creations can be seriously time-consuming (and a little pricey) to pull off.
This blackberry–mango smoothie bowl is a simpler way to bring variety to your a.m. menu. You can prep, chop and freeze everything the night before, and the frozen fruit gives it that thick, spoonable texture that makes every bite so satisfying.
Switch up the fruits and toppings whenever you like to keep breakfast feeling fresh. Taken from the How Not to Age cookbook by Dr Michael Greger, it’s designed to keep you full while stacking up a few nutritional wins before the day even starts – and yes, it’s totally Pinterest-worthy.
Why Barberries?
Dr Greger highlights barberries as one of the most antioxidant-rich dried fruits, even ahead of goji berries. Research links them to lower LDL cholesterol by an average of 14 points (mg/dl), and improve acne, artery function, triglycerides, blood sugars and insulin resistance. (They’re not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.)
If barberries aren’t easy to find, swap them for dried cranberries. They’re widely available, naturally tart and packed with polyphenols that support heart health and help reduce inflammation.
How Not to Age by Dr Michael Greger, MD
In How Not to Age, the internationally renowned doctor and nutritionist breaks down the science of ageing and chronic illness, explaining how the right nutrition can help us to avoid the diseases we most commonly encounter in our
journeys through life.
Through his trademark blend of myth-busting and scientific research, Dr Greger outlines the eleven cellular pathways for ageing and creates the optimal anti-ageing diet to not only lengthen your lifespan, but also reverse the ageing clock. With simple and accessible changes to your diet and lifestyle, you can preserve comprehensive body functions that keep you feeling youthful, physically and mentally. Brimming with expertise and actionable takeaways, How Not to Age lays out practical strategies for achieving ultimate healthy longevity.
A Fresh Take On Breakfast: Blackberry-Mango Smoothie Bowl
Blackberry-Mango Smoothie Bowls With Barberries
Equipment
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1 Blender
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp dried barberries
- 1 cup frozen chopped mango
- 1 cup frozen blackberries
- 2 Tbsp ground chia seeds
- 2 Tbsp almond butter
- ¾ cup unsweetened
soya milk
- ½ cup mashed cooked sweet potato
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
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In a small bowl, combine the barberries with enough water to cover. Set aside to allow the barberries to plump up, about 10 minutes.
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In a blender, combine the mango, blackberries, chia seed, almond butter and soya milk, and blend until smooth. Add the sweet potato, turmeric and vanilla, then blend again until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a little extra soya milk or water.
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Transfer the smoothie into two bowls. Drain the barberries and spoon them decoratively on top of the smoothie bowls. Add your choice of additional optional toppings (if using) and serve immediately.
Notes
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