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Acai Rainbow Bowl

Servings: 2
Preparation time: 10 minutes
No cooking required

Ingredients

For the Base:

  • 1 pack (100g) frozen unsweetened acai puree
  • 250ml beetroot juice
  • 2 tablespoons flax seeds
  • 3 tablespoons soy or coconut yogurt (e.g., Alpro)

 

For the Toppings:

  • 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blackberries, raspberries)
  • 18 cashew nuts or 3 Brazil nuts
  • 2 tablespoons rolled oats
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon desiccated coconut
  • 1 teaspoon cacao nibs

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base:
    • Soak the flax seeds in the beetroot juice for at least 10 minutes.
    • In a blender or food processor, combine the acai puree, soaked flax seeds with the beetroot juice, and soy or coconut yogurt. Blend until smooth and well combined.
    • Transfer the base mixture to a bowl.
  2. Add the Toppings:
    • Arrange the mixed berries, cashew nuts, Brazil nuts, and rolled oats on top of the base.
    • Sprinkle with chia seeds, desiccated coconut, and cacao nibs.
  3. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Serve the acai rainbow bowl immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Gluten-free, dairy-free (if using coconut yogurt), and sugar-free.

  • Acai is rich in antioxidants and fibre.

  • Beetroot juice contributes iron, magnesium, and vitamin B6.

  • Flax seeds and nuts provide omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and micronutrients.

  • Mixed berries, oats, chia seeds, coconut, and cacao nibs add texture, flavour, fibre, and vitamins.

 

Optional Enhancements (to make it a fuller meal)

  • Protein sources: Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt, nut butters, protein powders

  • Healthy fats: Nut butters, nuts and seeds, avocado slices

  • Whole grains: Granola (low sugar), oats, quinoa

  • Fibre boosters: Extra chia seeds, flax seeds, berries

  • Thicker bases: Frozen banana, avocado, nut butters, yogurt

  • Adjust liquids: Reduce milk or coconut water to thicken the base

     

    Nutritional Information (per serving, approx. for 2 servings)

    • Calories: 380 kcal

    • Fat: 18 g

      • Saturated Fat: 3 g

    • Carbohydrates: 42 g

      • Sugars: 18 g

    • Fibre: 11 g

    • Protein: 9 g

    • Sodium: 45 mg

    Values are estimated based on typical ingredients and portion sizes.

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