Indulge in this delicious and gluten-free smoothie bowl, featuring acai, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and mango. Topped with fresh fruit, crunchy granola, and a drizzle of honey and peanut butter, it’s a refreshing and nutritious treat for any time of day. This bowl is especially gut-friendly because of the wide variety of plants (fruits, nuts) in a single dish!
What Makes This Smoothie Bowl Healthy
Rich in Antioxidants: Acai berries, blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries are all packed with antioxidants, which help protect your cells from damage and reduce inflammation.
High in Vitamins and Minerals: The fruits used in this bowl are rich in essential vitamins and minerals. For example, strawberries and mangoes provide a good amount of vitamin C, which supports immune function and skin health.
Dietary Fiber: The berries and mango contribute a significant amount of dietary fiber, which aids digestion, helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels, and promotes a feeling of fullness.
Plant Variety for Gut Health: If you know our blog, we talk about adding diversity to your gut microbiome (remember the 40 different plants per week mantra?). A variety of microbial species in the gut is associated with better overall health, supporting efficient digestion and stronger immune function.
There are 6 plant varieties in the base of this bowl. Depending on your toppings, you could easily hit 10 or more in this one dish!
Gluten-Free: This recipe is naturally gluten-free (as long as you use gluten-free granola), making it suitable for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
Ingredients
For the mixed berry/acai base, you’ll need the following:
- frozen acai puree
- frozen blueberries
- frozen raspberries
- frozen strawberries
- frozen mango
- fruit juice of your choice
Scroll to the recipe card below for exact quantities.
How to Make Mixed Berry Acai Bowl
Chill serving bowls in the freezer while making the Acai/fruit base.
Run the acai packet under warm water to soften it a bit. Bend and squeeze packet to loosen the contents.
Add all ingredients (acai, frozen blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, mango, and juice) to a high-powered blender.
Blend on moderately low speed. Pulse, then pause to agitate with a stir stick. Repeat until the mixture is smooth but still keeps its form. Add more juice along the way if it’s too thick.
Pour mixture into chilled bowls. Top with fresh cut fruit (e.g., bananas, kiwi, pineapple), gluten-free granola (try Granola with Chia Seeds and Nuts), and coconut flakes. Drizzle with your choice of honey, peanut butter, or Nutella.
Recipe FAQs
How can I make this recipe vegan?
To make the bowl vegan, simply use a plant-based sweetener like agave syrup instead of honey, and ensure your granola is vegan.
What are some other topping ideas?
Besides fruit, granola, and coconut flakes, other ideas include nuts, seeds, or cacao nibs.
How do I store leftovers?
It’s best to eat the acai bowl fresh, but you can store the leftover acai base in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Note that the texture may change slightly.
Can I prepare the acai bowl in advance?
You can cut the fruit toppings in advance, but blend the berry/acai base just before serving for the best texture and freshness.
Mixed Berry Acai Bowl | Gluten-Free Smoothie Bowl (No Banana)
Ingredients
- 1 packet frozen acai puree partially thawed under warm water
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen mango
- 1/3 cup fruit juice of your choice
- Topping ideas: fresh-cut fruit, granola, coconut flakes, honey, peanut butter, Nutella.
Instructions
- Chill serving bowls in the freezer while making the Acai/fruit base.
- Run the acai packet under warm water to soften it a bit. Bend and squeeze packet to loosen the contents.
- Add all ingredients (acai, frozen blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, mango, and juice) to a high-powered blender.
- Blend on moderately low speed. Pulse, then pause to agitate with a stir stick. Repeat until the mixture is smooth but still keeps its form. Add more juice along the way if it's too thick.
- Pour mixture into chilled bowls. Top with fresh cut fruit (e.g., bananas, kiwi, pineapple), gluten-free granola, and coconut flakes. Drizzle with your choice of honey, peanut butter, or Nutella.
One Response
Buying açaí bowls for my kids was getting expensive so decided to make my own. Smashing success!