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Acai breakfast bowl
Start the day with an acai breakfast bowl
Method
Ingredients 1. Add the frozen acai puree, mixed
Serves 2 berries, banana, almond milk, and
2 packs of frozen acai puree honey to a blender. Blend until smooth.
(unsweetened) 2. Pour the mixture into a bowl and
1/2 cup frozen mixed berries add your desired toppings. Serve
1 ripe banana immediately as it is frozen and will start
to melt.
1/4 cup almond milk/rice milk/soy
milk or milk You can make it as a smoothie for your
morning pick-me-up if you like. Blend more
1 tbs honey of the topping fruit into the smoothie and
add a little more liquid to the blender and
Toppings: drink up!
Sliced dragon fruit, kiwi fruit,
strawberries and granola. Enjoy your healthy, delicious and
nutritious acai breakfast bowl!
An acai (ah-sah-ee) breakfast bowl is a nutritious and delicious way to start the day.
A good breakfast is crucial for maintaining health and well-being. It can boost energy, improve concentration through
the day, assist in weight management by getting the body functioning, regulate blood sugar levels, improve nutrient
intake, and reduce chronic disease risk. Acai berries are high in vitamins, fibre, and healthy fats and are a ‘super food’,
making them a great addition to your diet.
Acai berries, from palm trees native to South America, are packed with antioxidants which help protect your cells
from damage caused by free radicals. They are rich in vitamins and minerals, which have been shown to improve
cholesterol levels and help reduce the risk of heart disease. They are a good source of fibre, which helps promote
healthy digestion and regularity, and acai berries are high in vitamin C, which supports a healthy immune system. You
can’t go wrong with acai!
Chef Matt Conquest shares his healthy Acai Breakfast Bowl recipe. He recommends adding any flavours you enjoy to
the bowl. From coconut yoghurt, Greek yoghurt or strawberry yoghurt to crunchy granola, chia seeds or other exotic
fruits, the choice is yours!
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