This Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl is a delicious frozen treat that comes together in 5 minutes with just a few ingredients.
Do you love a frozen indulgence? Try our Keto Berry Smoothie and our Keto Avocado Smoothie.
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Why you'll love it
Wonderfully refreshing, it packs a nutritious punch and can be served with your favorite toppings.
This recipe is easy to prepare with minimal cleanup.
Can be made ahead of time and stored for up to three days in the refrigerator as a grab-and-go smoothie.
Key ingredients
Cubed frozen dragon fruit - Available in many supermarkets. Often found in the frozen fruit section, it comes pre-cut for ease of use.
Strawberries - Fresh or frozen strawberries can be used in this recipe.
Mango - Frozen mango is readily available in most supermarkets. Mango adds sweetness and creaminess to this recipe.
If you have any questions about the ingredients, please comment below and we will get back to you.
If you enjoy a treat or breakfast packed with nutrition try our Almond Flour Crepes and our Keto Banana Bread.
Substitutions
Milk: This recipe can be made with plant based milk, such as unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk for a dairy free, vegan option.
Fruit: Fresh fruit can be substituted in this recipe, add a few ice cubes if you wish to achieve a cold and icy end product.
Step by step instructions
Step 1: To a high-speed blender, add cubed frozen dragon fruit, halved strawberries, cubed mango, and milk. If you wish, also add the optional hemp seeds, and chia seeds to the blender.
Step 2: Start blender on low, gradually increasing speed and using blender tamper as needed until a smooth and uniform mixture is achieved.
Step 3: The finished product will be thick. Use a spatula to transfer into a bowl.
Step 4: Layer with toppings as desired.
Please see the printable recipe card below for specific measurements of the ingredients.
If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and we will get back to you.
Expert Tips
Dragon fruit is usually found in the frozen section of the grocery store. The inner flesh of this fruit is either cubed or packaged in smoothie packs.
For this recipe, three 100 gram (3.5 ounce) smoothie packs will substitute for the 1.5 cups of cubed dragon fruit.
Use a "low and slow" method of blending. Gradually increase the blender speed until a uniform mixture is achieved.
FAQs
A member of the cactus family that tastes like a mix of kiwi and pear, this tropical fruit is also known as pitaya, pithaya, or strawberry pear.
Protein powders made with whey, or for plant based protein, hemp, pea, and brown rice can be added.
Add peanut butter or other nut or seed butters can be used to add protein and satiating healthy fats.
Follow the recipe as written but substitute ¾ of a cup of your choice of milk instead of ¼ cup, this will yield a thinner consistency to enjoy using a straw or the opening of a travel drink cup.
For another grab and go treat, try our Protein Cookie Dough.
Variations
Sprinkle with granola, chocolate chips, sunflower seeds, or shredded coconut.
Layer with sliced fresh fruits, such as kiwi, bananas, or strawberries.
Spoon on pumpkin seeds, chopped nuts, or dried fruits for added texture.
Pour into popsicle molds creates a fun warm weather homemade snack or dessert.
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📖 Recipe
Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup cubed frozen dragon fruit
- ½ cup fresh or frozen strawberries
- ½ cup of fresh or frozen cubed mango
- ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon of unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon of hemp seeds optional
- 1 teaspoon of chia seeds optional
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in to a blender.
- Start blender on low, gradually increasing speed and using blender tamper as needed until smooth.
- Serve cold.
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