Watermelon Smoothie Bowl

Thick, refreshing watermelon smoothie bowl that requires only 3 simple ingredients.

Indulge in this summery delight and hydrate on a hot day!

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Why You Will Love This Watermelon Smoothie Bowl

This tropical watermelon smoothie is ideal for people who don’t often make smoothies.

It is a super simple recipe, that requires 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of your time.

Other reasons why I think you will love this watermelon smoothie bowl include:

1. Refreshing Summer Vibes: The frozen watermelon gives this smoothie a cool, refreshing taste that embodies the essence of summer, making it a perfect smoothie bowl to beat the heat.
2. Natural Energy Boost: The natural sugars in banana and watermelon provide a quick, healthy energy boost, ideal for a morning start or a midday pick-me-up.
3. Nutrient-Rich: Despite its simplicity, this smoothie packs a nutritional punch, offering vitamins like Vitamin C and B6, potassium, and more, supporting overall health.
4. Hydration Power: Watermelon’s high water content, combined with coconut milk, makes this smoothie exceptionally hydrating, helping you stay refreshed and replenished.
5. Dairy-Free Delight: Using coconut milk not only adds a tropical twist but also ensures this smoothie is dairy-free, catering to those with dietary restrictions or vegan preferences.
6. Sweet Without Guilt: The natural sweetness from the fruits means there’s no need for added sugars, making this smoothie a wholesome, guilt-free treat any time of the day.

You should also try some of my other tasty and nutritious watermelon smoothies, such as my ginger watermelon smoothie, and watermelon avocado smoothie!

Optional Smoothie Variations & Recipe Notes

Some tasty variations that you could try, which I have personally tested, include:

1. No Banana Smoothie Bowl: Not everyone is a fan of bananas, I get it. Swap them for mango or pineapple, 1/2 cup is plenty.
2. High Protein Smoothie Bowl: Add a bit of protein by adding 1 scoop of protein powder. Preferably unsweetened and unflavored. I personally used brown rice powder.
3. Throw In Some Greens: Incorporate a handful of kale or spinach for added nutrients, without impacting the taste.
4. Berry Version: Add an extra 1/2 cup of mixed berries, or replace the banana with berries for a berry infusion.

Fresh Watermelon Smoothie Bowl

When I shared this recipe on my YouTube channel, I had a lot of requests on sharing a way to make this smoothie bowl using fresh watermelon.

My recipe calls for frozen watermelon.

To make a fresh watermelon smoothie bowl, do the following:

1. Use 1 cup of fresh watermelon instead of frozen.
2. Use 1 1/2 cups of frozen mango, instead of 1 ripe unfrozen banana.
3. Use 1/3 cup of coconut milk as the original recipe states.

This way you can enjoy a watermelon smoothie bowl, without having to worry about freezing watermelon.

But, unfortunately, frozen fruit is needed. It’s a crucial component when making smoothie bowls.

Recommended Smoothie Bowl Toppings:

You can add whatever toppings you like.

I can, however, recommend some of my personal favorites for this specific smoothie bowl:

• Coconut Flakes
• Chia Seeds
• Crunchy Granola
• Cacao Nibs
• Sliced Kiwi Fruit

Equipment Needed For The Recipe

I personally love using either a Nutribullet 600 or a food processor, like a Ninja food processor.

Blender Type	Suitability:
Nutribullet	✓
Vitamix Blender	✓
BlendJet	X
Ninja Blender	✓
Oster Blender	X
Hamilton Blender	✓
AMZChef Blender	X
Wamife Blender	X
Ninja Food Processor	✓
Kitchen Aid Food Chopper	X
Hamilton Beach Food Processor	✓

The key to making smoothie bowls is a high-speed blender.

The most budget-friendly blender for smoothie bowls I can recommend is the Nutribullet 600.