Smoothie bowls are not only pretty, but they are extremely nutritious and have so many different benefits, including weight loss.
Smoothie bowls can be a great meal replacement, as it is an incredible way to gain vital nutrients in a delicious way.
We eat smoothie bowls regularly. One of the main benefits we found from eating smoothie bowls, is the fact they really help curb cravings, especially for sugar.
Curbing cravings is so important in weight loss. One of the most common failures of losing weight is overindulging to satisfy your cravings.
Are Smoothie Bowls Good For Weight Loss?
Smoothie bowls can easily be customized to suit weight loss purposes.
But not all smoothie bowls are made equal or can be used for weight loss.
The average smoothie bowl contains between 300-700 calories, sometimes even more.
So carefully customizing your smoothie bowls, and keeping them low-calorie is key to weight loss.
What Makes a Smoothie Bowl Good For Weight Loss?
You can make just as satisfying smoothie bowls suitable for weight loss, as any regular smoothie bowl.
It all comes down to the ingredient selection, and quantities used.
Making better choices when you make your smoothie bowls is key to making a great weight loss smoothie bowl.
Here are some key things that make a smoothie bowl weight-loss-friendly:
- Low Calorie
- Made Using Low-Calorie Ingredients
- The Smoothie Bowl Is Made Using High Protein Ingredients
- The Smoothie Bowl Is High Fiber
- Toppings Of The Smoothie Bowl Are Kept To a Minimum
Is It OK To Have a Smoothie Bowl For Breakfast?
Smoothie bowls can be eaten at any time of the day.
But for breakfast, they can be an excellent choice, due to the fact that they can provide your body with essential nutrients early in the day as you break your fast.
Obtaining important nutrients earlier in the day, can set your day just right, and give you the energy you need.
But do note, that there is no hard rule on when smoothie bowls should be consumed. That choice is totally personal.
Our Smoothie Bowl Recipes For Weight Loss
Now, onto our healthy smoothie bowl recipes for weight loss!
We love making smoothie bowls, but we are not the best decorators…
So you can add any toppings for your smoothie bowls you like, and get creative. Make sure you send us pictures of your creations, so we can get inspired by you!
#1. 147 Calorie Weight Loss Smoothie Bowl
Low Calorie Smoothie Bowl | 147 Calories
Equipment
- 1 Blender We used this one
Ingredients
- 1 cup/150g frozen raspberries
- 2 tbsp fat-free yogurt unsweetened
- 100 ml almond milk unsweetened
- 1/2 cup/75g of frozen strawberries
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor, and blitz until smooth. For about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
- *Please note that every topping you add to your smoothie bowl will add additional calories!
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Notes
Substitutions And Variations:
Here are some alternatives you can use and variations of this recipe:- You can use any dairy-free milk of choice, just make sure it's unsweetened. Also, consider that calories will vary for each type of dairy-free milk.
- Instead of frozen strawberries or raspberries, you can substitute one of them for frozen blueberries instead
- If you are vegan, use dairy-free yogurt
Nutrition
This smoothie is one of our best smoothie bowl recipes for weight loss for a very simple reason.
It contains the same amount of smoothie in the bowl, as any regular smoothie bowl.
Furthermore, the smoothie bowl is just as indulgent, creamy, thick, and refreshing as any other smoothie bowl.
We hope you enjoy it just as much as us!
#2. Detox Green Smoothie Bowl
This is a vegan-friendly green smoothie bowl, that is packed full of nutrients.
The way it helps weight loss is by keeping you feeling full for hours. The smoothie bowl is really filling, thanks to its high fiber and protein content.
It’s also detoxing, which is great for flushing out any toxins and reducing inflammation.
#3. Kiwi Smoothie Bowl
Kiwi is not a fruit that is widely consumed.
But there are so many reasons why you should add kiwi to your diet. The main reason is the abundance of Vitamin C that kiwi contains.
Kiwi is a low-calorie, nutrient-dense fruit that is great for weight loss and for keeping you healthy and nourished.
Kiwi is also rich in enzymes which promote healthier digestion.
This makes this kiwi smoothie bowl so good for you, in so many ways!
#4. Cookie Dough Smoothie Bowl
This smoothie bowl is an absolute craving crusher.
If you crave a cookie dough ice cream, or something sweet, this smoothie bowl will curb your cravings in a really healthy way!
The smoothie bowl is cookie dough flavored but in a healthy way. Each serving only has 309 calories!
#5. Watermelon Smoothie Bowl
Watermelon is the perfect diet fruit. It’s extremely low in calories, but it tastes so good.
This is why we created a delicious weight-loss watermelon smoothie bowl, that will hydrate you, nourish you, and aid in weight loss!
The smoothie bowl also only needs 3 ingredients. All you need is watermelon, banana, and dairy-free milk!
#6. Pumpkin Smoothie Bowl
With a can of pumpkin, you can make anything you like, including smoothie bowls.
For all the pumpkin lovers who are trying to lose weight, we have a delicious smoothie bowl recipe for you.
It’s also vegan-friendly, dairy-free, and low in calories!
#7. Jackfruit Smoothie Bowl
Jackfruit might not be something you would typically consider adding to your smoothie bowls, but jackfruit has so many benefits.
This fruit is high in fiber and vitamin C. It can help with lowering your blood pressure, and it can also help your skin look youthful, by keeping it firm and strong.
Combined with other ingredients that we used in this smoothie bowl, the result is an incredibly healthy smoothie bowl, with many, many different benefits!
#8. Savory Smoothie Bowl
If sweet smoothies aren’t your thing, we have a savory smoothie bowl that’s just perfect for you!
It’s creamy and thick, but instead of being sweet, it tastes savory and nutty, thanks to the crunchy nuts added on top.
The smoothie bowl is high in fiber, low in sugar, and it will keep you full for hours. It’s great for fat-loss.
#9. Chocolate Coffee Smoothie Bowl
For all the mocha lovers, we have a creamy low-calorie chocolate and coffee smoothie bowl, that will curb cravings and satisfy you!
The smoothie comes out ultra-thick, which is typically what you would want from a smoothie bowl.
The recipe also serves two, so make this delicious smoothie bowl for your loved one and enjoy!
#10. Cottage Cheese Smoothie Bowl
Cottage cheese is often used by gym goers and people trying to lose weight.
We all know that cottage cheese may not have the best texture, but once blended in your smoothies, you can barely taste it!
But, it provides you with all the benefits you want from it.
Furthermore, cottage cheese adds a great dose of protein to your smoothies and creaminess.
#11. Protein Berry Smoothie Bowl
This smoothie bowl is a bit high in calories, so it’s best to use it as a meal replacement and budget your calories well throughout the day.
However, the smoothie bowl contains 28g of protein per serving, which is great for keeping you satiated!
Furthermore, the smoothie bowl is high in fiber and multiple different nutrients, making it a complete meal.
#12. Blueberry Weight Loss Smoothie Bowl
This is a creamy weight loss smoothie bowl, that is perfect for all the blueberry lovers!
The recipe serves 2, and each serving contains 139 calories.
Blueberries as so nutrient-dense, that even if you are not trying to lose weight, you should definitely incorporate them into your diet!
But, as you can see, the smoothie bowl looks so pretty and inviting, it’s hard not to make that delicious blueberry smoothie bowl.
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