Let’s Dive into my Eat the Rainbow challenge with Day 1 of vibrant ORANGE foods like sweet potatoes, peaches, papaya, and apricots—nutrient-packed powerhouses that promote healing and vitality! Blend them into my Creamy Orange Food Smoothie Bowl, a light, fluffy, and protein-rich meal with 32g of protein and 9g of fiber, perfect for breakfast, a post-workout boost, or a light lunch. Topped with crunchy pecans, chewy dried apricots, and juicy blueberries, this bowl is a delicious way to nourish your body. Let’s celebrate the healing spirit of Pride Month with every vibrant bite!

Why Orange Foods?

Orange foods are nutritional superstars that support healing and vitality, making them a perfect fit for Pride Month’s theme of restoration:

• Beta-Carotene: Converts to vitamin A, boosting eye health and immune repair.

• Vitamin C: Promotes collagen production for skin healing and fights free radicals.

• Fiber: Supports gut health, aiding digestion and recovery.

• Antioxidants: Reduce inflammation, helping your body thrive.

From sweet potatoes to juicy peaches, these sunny hues nourish your body and soul, reflecting the healing journey of self-acceptance and community celebrated in Pride Month.

Which Fruits and Vegetables are Orange?

Incorporate these vibrant orange foods into your Eat the Rainbow challenge for a burst of flavor and healing nutrients. While this is not a comprehensive list, here are a few orange foods to try this week:

• Fruits: Oranges, mangoes, peaches, apricots, papaya, persimmons, cantaloupe, tangerines, kumquats.

• Vegetables: Sweet potatoes, carrots, pumpkin, butternut squash, orange bell peppers, yams, acorn squash.

Try them fresh, roasted, blended, or dried to add healing variety to your meals!

Creamy Orange Food Smoothie Bowl

This smoothie bowl is light, fluffy, and creamy with balanced sweetness. Packed with 32g of protein and 9g of fiber, it’s a filling, nutrient-dense meal that supports your body’s healing process. Topped with crunchy pecans, chewy dried apricots, and juicy blueberries, it’s a texture lover’s dream!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Vegan

Cuisine American, Gluten-free, health food, High Protein, Vegetarian

Servings 1

Calories 355 kcal

Equipment

• Ninja creami machine + 1 ninja creami container pint or High Powered Blender like a Vitamix

Ingredients

  

• 1/2 cup frozen cooked sweet potato or frozen pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower rice cooked and frozen for easier digestion
• 1/2 cup frozen peaches
• 1/3 cup frozen papaya or mango
• 1/2 cup almond milk or Fairlife milk, or orange juice for a citrus boost.
• 1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder or your preferred vanilla or unsweetened protein powder

Toppings

• Chopped or sliced peaches fresh or partially defrosted frozen
• 1/4 cup blueberries or raspberries, banana, or your favorite fresh fruit
• 2 dried apricots chopped (or dried mango)
• 1 –2 tbsp chopped pecans or your favorite nut or seed
• 1 tsp chia seeds or ground flaxseed/hemp seeds for omega-3s and fiber

Optional Toppings

• Orange slices shredded coconut, persimmon, banana slices, or extra berries.

Instructions

 

• Add sweet potato, cauliflower rice, peaches, papaya, almond milk, and protein powder to a Ninja Creami container or high-powered blender. Blend until smooth, adding more liquid (1–2 tbsp at a time) for your desired consistency. (Blenders may need slightly more liquid than a Ninja Creami.)
• Pour into a bowl and arrange toppings for a mix of crunchy, chewy, and juicy textures.
• For extra sweetness, drizzle with honey or maple syrup, use sweetened protein powder, or swap almond milk for orange juice for a zesty, healing kick.

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Notes

Pro Tip: Stock your freezer with prepped fruits and veggies (like cooked sweet potato or cauliflower rice) for quick smoothie bowls—no overnight prep required!

Sweetness: This smoothie bowl is lightly sweetened by fruit and veggies and the vanilla protein. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired with maple syrup, honey or monk fruit if protein is not used. 

Blender Option: If using blender, you may need to add more liquid

Pro Serving Tip: While you are prepping ingredients, place your bowl in the freezer to chill to keep your bowl frozen longer 

Keyword Eat the Rainbow, Healthy Dessert, Kid-Friendly, Quick and Easy, Spring, Summer

Why You’ll Love This Bowl

This Creamy Orange Food Smoothie Bowl is a healing powerhouse, delivering 32g of protein and 9g of fiber to keep you energized and satisfied. The pecans and chia seeds add crunch, dried apricots bring a chewy bite, and blueberries offer juicy pops of flavor. For a tropical twist, swap papaya for mango or use orange juice for a citrusy boost. It’s customizable, nutrient-dense, and includes four vibrant, healing orange foods.

Orange Foods and Pride Month: A Healing Connection

In the Pride flag, orange symbolizes healing—a powerful reminder of the journey toward self-love, recovery, and community support. Orange foods, with their immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties, mirror this theme by nourishing your body from within. Whether you’re blending this smoothie bowl or tossing orange foods into salads, soups, or snacks, you’re fueling your wellness while honoring the spirit of Pride. Eating the rainbow isn’t just about vibrant plates—it’s about embracing diversity, healing, and joy.

Recipes from My Eat the Rainbow Challenge:

RED Chia Yogurt Parfait
15 minute Meatballs in Roasted RED Pepper Sauce
RED Velvet Beet Cake Bars

Keep Eating the Rainbow

Let’s celebrate healing with orange foods and the Eat the Rainbow challenge. Try adding carrots to your stir-fry, snacking on apricots, or roasting sweet potatoes for dinner. Every bite is a step toward nourishing your body and soul. Blend up this Creamy Orange Food Smoothie Bowl, share it with your community, and shine bright with love, health, and pride!