Tropical Papaya Hemp Smoothie Bowl

This digestive-balancing papaya smoothie bowl is packed with antioxidants, healing foods, and nutrients
This recipe is incredibly versatile, you can switch up the fruit and/or toppings, for whatever is in season or in your fridge/freezer.

Healing Properties

Papaya is rich in fiber for a health gut, is packed with Vitamin A for immunity, balances hormones for both men and women, and has been shown to help with weight loss. Raspberries are potent sources of antioxidants and vitamin. Turmeric and ginger in this recipe fight inflammation, heal the gut lining, have mood-boosting properties, have been shown to have a calming effect on anxiety, and promote anti-aging of the cells. Hemp seeds are a great source of protein, essential fatty acids, and vitamin E for liver, skin, and hair health.

Ingredients

(Serves 2)

For the Smoothie Base

• 1 medium papaya, seeds removed

• 1 frozen banana

• 1/2 C frozen raspberries

• 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla plant based protein powder

• 1/2 ripe avocado

• 1 tsp of dried turmeric (or 1/4 inch root of fresh turmeric)

• 1-2 tablespoons of fresh ginger

• 1/2 cup almond or coconut milk

Toppings:

• 1 kiwi, sliced or diced

• 1 tablespoon of hemp seeds

• I had fresh figs on my counter and they made a great addition, but feel free to add any fruit you have (fresh or frozen)

• coconut flakes

Directions

• Blend all the smoothie ingredients in a high-speed blender

• Pour into the bowl, and top with your any desired toppings