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Tropical Strawberry Papaya Smoothie Bowl

Tropical Strawberry Papaya Smoothie Bowl

This tropical smoothie bowl is a powerhouse, with 36 grams of protein to keep you full and 8 grams of fiber to support digestion. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and crunchy—ideal for a hot Texas morning or a post-workout refuel.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, lunch, Snack
Cuisine American, Gluten-free, High Protein, No Bake, plant-based
Servings 1
Calories 377 kcal

Equipment

  • Ninja Creami or high-powered blender (like a Vitamix)

Ingredients
  

For smoothie base

  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder I use True Nutrition’s custom vanilla pea and brown rice blend
  • 2 tsp dragonfruit powder optional for a vibrant pink hue, or sub 1/4 cup frozen dragon fruit or 1 tsp beet powder
  • 1/2 cup milk I used Fairlife nonfat milk, but sub almond or coconut milk for plant-based
  • Small handful frozen raspberries ~1/4 cup, just a few berries for a flavor pop
  • 1 1/2 cups tropical frozen fruit mix I used HEB's strawberriespapaya, and mango

Toppings

  • 6-7 Fresh berries
  • 1/4 cup Fresh banana slices
  • 1 tsp Hemp seeds
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tbsp Freeze-dried figs Trader Joe’s for that perfect crunch
  • Drizzle of plain yogurt

More Topping Ideas

  • Granola, cereal, nuts, nut butter, shredded coconut, chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Add the protein powder, dragonfruit powder (if using), milk, frozen raspberries, and HEB frozen fruit mix to your Ninja Creami or high-powered blender.
  • If using a Ninja Creami, no need to freeze the mixture overnight—thanks to the frozen fruit, it’s ready to go! I used the Light Ice Cream setting for a creamy texture, but I’ll try the Smoothie function next time for comparison.
  • If using a high-powered blender like a Vitamix, blend until smooth and thick. You may need a splash more milk (up to 1/4 cup extra) if the blades get stuck—use the tamper to help blend and mix for the perfect consistency.
  • Pour into a bowl and get creative with your toppings! I love piling on fresh berries, banana slices, hemp and pumpkin seeds, freeze-dried figs, and a drizzle of yogurt for a refreshing finish.
  • Dig in and enjoy the tropical vibes!

Notes

Make it your own! You could use vanilla or unsweetened whey if preferred, I used a make-your-own-blend from True Nutrition; a vanilla pea protein and brown rice isolate vegan protein powder that is simple and sweetened with monk fruit. 
No Dragonfruit or beet powder? This add a little bit of taste but is mainly added for the pink color pop, feel free to leave it out or use 1/4 cup fresh dragon fruit or a few tbsp of cooked unflavored beets for that pretty pink hue
Nutritional Info (**Approximate based on smoothie base, 1 tsp each hemp and pumpkin seeds, a handful of fresh berries, 1/4 medium banana, 2 tbsp crushed freeze dried figs and 1 tbsp unsweetened yogurt)
Calories: 377
Total Fat: 4g (6% DV)
Potassium**: 247mg (7% DV)
Total Carbohydrate: 51g (17% DV)
Dietary Fiber**: 8g (33% DV)
Sugars**: 38g (all fruit)
Protein**: 36g
Keyword Kid-Friendly, Quick and Easy, Vegan