Wild Blueberry and Balsamic Smoothie Bowl Recipe -- A healthy breakfast bowl gets a unique twist with a splash of balsamic vinegar. You'll love the sweet and tangy combo!
By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the Wild Blueberry Association of North America and I am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.
Good morning! Good MOR-ning!
This is your brain on caffeine. (just kidding, I'm 1 month coffee sober!)
#maybethatswhatswrongwithme
So instead of bowls on bowls of coffee, I'm downing bowls on bowls of smoothies.
The simple act of eating with a spoon increases the Emily fullness factor times 10 as compared to it's straw slurping counterparts.
I mean, I used to drink (eat?) soda and juice out of a bowl...with a spoon when I was a kid.
My strange roots run deep.
And they're still going strong with this gem here. I mean, raise your hand if you have ever had any hint of desire to put vinegar into your morning smoothie...
Nah, nah, I'll wait...
Awesome. Looks like we have me, myself, and oh, even I who had this inkling. Guess I'm not the only one after all!
But hey, I can't be completely at fault for such quirk. Food network made me do it.
Giada, and all her balsamic reductions over figs and ricotta. BOOM.
Fruit + Balsamic = Food show stardom. Where do I sign?
PLUS, this is a WILD smoothie bowl recipe after all ain't it? 😉
Being a (kinda sorta) Mainer, I have a soft spot for wild blueberries. Aside from Canada, the 207 is one of the only homes to wild blueberries, meaning they have been growing wild here for over 10,000 years.
Which is approximately how long I have had blueberry-induced stained hands, give or take a year or two.
I wanted to add a little pizzaz to this beaut and make some pretty sugared blueberries like those jewels of sugared cranberries come out, but thawing blueberries and sugar doesn't exactly spell out success.
I do however, think they add a bit of texture and sweetness to the tang of the balsamic, so I left them in. Depending on your affinity for balsamic and/or sweetness, I'll leave that executive decision up to you.
Okay, my smoothie is melting faster than a witch in a rainstorm, so let's eat already!
Wild Blueberry Balsamic Smoothie Bowl
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
- 1 frozen banana, peeled
- ¾ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 2-3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons frozen wild blueberries
- 2 teaspoons cane sugar (optional)
- additional balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Combine blueberries, banana, almond milk, vinegar, and protein powder (if using) in a blender.
- Blend on high until fully combined.
- Pat dry additional two tablespoons of blueberries, and roll in cane sugar if using.
- Pour smoothie into a bowl, and top with chia seeds, oats, coconut, and additional blueberries.
- Drizzle with additional balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Category: Breakfast, Smoothie
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Make it a great day!
Sweet or sour?
Smoothie with a straw or spoon?
Jack Cooper
Was definitely tasty Motor
★★★★★
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner
I am with you on the spoon! Much more filling. That looks beautiful and good luck with your contest
Emily Cooper
Yay team spoon! Thanks so much Deborah!
Chrissa - Physical Kitchness
I love all the textures of this bowl!! And blueberries are hands down my FAVORITE!!!!
Emily Cooper
Seriously, is there a wrong way to eat them?! 😀
Chelsey
What a creative combo!! I can't wait to try this one!
Cassandra
Balsamic and berries - YUM! This is definitely one of those eat with your eyes first kind of bowls.
Mariangelica - Chasing Littles
I need to try this ASAP! Looks SO amazing and colourful! Not only that but it's good for you!
★★★★★
abbey sharp
This sounds like such a tasty combo full of flavour!! Definitely a fan!
Sarah
This seriously looks BEAUTIFUL! And delicious 🙂 I love berry smoothies, and I agree, spoons give them way more staying power.
Jodi @ Create Kids Club
The colors you have in this smoothie bowl are stunning. And I bet it tastes just as good as it looks!
Kerri McGrail
I never would have thought to add balsamic to a smoothie bowl- what a nice flavor combination!
Sarah
I love my smoothie bowls and blueberry smoothie bowls were on repeat all summer and early fall long. I love the addition of balsamic since I'm really into balsamic and oils. I have some fun ones I could even play with too and even a blueberry balsamic I think I'll use to try this!
Chrissy
Seriously funny. 🙂 Interesting take on a smoothie bowl. I do like the sweet and sour combo but of course have not thought to combine balsamic to a smoothie bowl. Way to be creative!
Christina Bauer
What a clever flavor combo! The balsamic sounds so perfect to these scrumptious ingredients.
jill conyers
Adding balsamic is brilliant. Looks so good!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt
What a wonderful recipe for a smoothie bowl! The balsamic really is unique but I bet it tastes amazing!
★★★★★
Ilka
I love everything about this bowl! Amazing how much nutrition you can pack into a delicious smoothie bowl!!
Kara @ Byte Sized Nutrition
Berries and balsamic go so well together - what a great idea! Going to have to give this one a try!
Mikki
I'm seeing more and more of these recipes with basalmic vinegar. I love it but I'm a little afraid to try it in a smoothie bowl.. May just have to try this one though.