Green Smoothie Bowl with Granola

Instructions

Combine milk, applesauce, spinach, banana, matcha (if using), and oil in the jug of a blender. Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until smooth.

Pour into a cereal bowl and top with granola.

You’ve Got Options

Try adding instant oatmeal to the smoothie after pouring into the bowl.

Top with vegan yogurt, nuts, or dried fruit.

Makes 1 Serving, Easily Doubled

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unflavored, unsweetened or vanilla nondairy milk

  • ¾ cup applesauce or crushed pineapple

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen baby spinach

  • 1 ripe banana, cut into 3 or 4 chunks

  • 1 teaspoon matcha (optional)

  • 1 teaspoon softened extra-virgin coconut oil

  • 2 tablespoons granola

From “The Reducetarian Cookbook: 125 Easy, Healthy, and Delicious Plant-Based Recipes for Omnivores, Vegans, and Everyone In-Between” by Reducetarian Foundation (Center Street, $21.99). Recipe developed by Pat Crocker. Photo by Ashleigh Amoroso.

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