Berry Acai Bowl
Gut-Friendly Berry Smoothie Bowls (Anti-Inflammatory & Vegan)
These creamy berry smoothie bowls are as good for your gut as they are for your soul. Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and natural sweetness, they’re a refreshing and nourishing way to start your morning — or cool off mid-afternoon.
This recipe is rich in anti-inflammatory nutrients from berries, banana, chia seeds, and plant-based yogurt, and it’s topped with gut-loving fiber and healthy fats to support digestion and glowing skin.
These smoothie bowls are a gut-healing powerhouse—rich in fiber, probiotics, and anti-inflammatory ingredients to fuel your morning naturally
🍓 Ingredients (Serves 2)
Smoothie Base:
1 frozen banana
1 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
1/2 cup unsweetened plain or vanilla coconut yogurt
1 tablespoon chia seeds
Optional: 1 scoop plant-based protein powder or collagen peptides
Toppings:
Sliced banana
Frozen or fresh berries
A sprinkle of granola (gluten-free if needed)
Extra chia seeds or flaxseeds for fiber
Optional: chopped walnuts or almonds for healthy fats
Instructions
In a high-speed blender, combine all smoothie base ingredients and blend until thick and creamy. If needed, add a splash more almond milk to reach your desired consistency.
Divide into two bowls and smooth out the top with the back of a spoon.
Decorate with your favorite toppings — layer banana slices, berries, granola, and a sprinkle of seeds.
Serve immediately with a spoon and enjoy!
Nutritionist’s Notes
Berries are loaded with antioxidants that help fight oxidative stress and calm inflammation.
Chia seeds provide fiber and plant-based omega-3s to support a healthy gut lining.
Bananas offer prebiotics to nourish your good gut bacteria.
Coconut yogurt adds probiotics for better digestion and immune health.
This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened — no added sugars needed!
Tips:
Freeze ripe bananas in advance to always have smoothie-ready fruit on hand.
Make it more filling by adding nut butter or oats into the base.
Want it colder? Blend in 2–3 ice cubes for a frostier texture.
