A protein-boosted, nutritionally rich and balanced dish, this smoothie bowl is far more than “just” a blend of fruit.

It’s a great start to the day that will keep you full for much longer than fruit alone – and it delivers a solid dose of plant-based protein to help support energy, blood sugar balance, and muscle repair.

Why add protein?

While fruit is a brilliant source of fibre, vitamins and antioxidants, it doesn’t tend to offer much in the way of protein – something your body needs to stay full, maintain muscle, and support recovery. This recipe combines unflavoured pea protein, rice protein and a small amount of nut-based yoghurt for a more complete amino acid profile, plus a creamy texture and subtle vanilla flavour.

Plant-powered ingredients

The base includes baby spinach for a mild hit of iron and vitamin C, along with warming cinnamon, fresh ginger and vanilla extract to add depth of flavour. Frozen banana brings natural sweetness and helps achieve that thick, spoonable consistency that makes smoothie bowls so satisfying.

All ingredients are easy to blend and gentle on digestion. This combination works well for busy mornings, pre- or post-workout, or as a nutrient-dense alternative to toast or cereal.

Serves 1

You will need

• 2 large handfuls of baby spinach
• 60g vanilla cashew yogurt
• 1⁄2 tsp cinnamon
• 1⁄2 tsp vanilla extract (or fresh seeds if you have them!)
• 10g unflavoured pea protein powder

• 125ml unsweetened almond milk
• 200g frozen banana
• 1⁄2 tsp fresh ginger
• 10g rice protein

1. Whizz all of your ingredients in a high speed blender until perfectly smooth.

2. Serve topped with a variety of fruits, granola – or whatever your heart desires. We like using mango, pomegranate, granola and bee pollen (leave off for a vegan version) to encourage some hormone balance, immune-boosting goodness.