Green Smoothie Bowl with Granola

Instructions

Combine milk, applesauce, spinach, banana, matcha (if using), and oil in the jug of a blender. Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until smooth.

Pour into a cereal bowl and top with granola.

You’ve Got Options

Try adding instant oatmeal to the smoothie after pouring into the bowl.

Top with vegan yogurt, nuts, or dried fruit.

Makes 1 Serving, Easily Doubled

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unflavored, unsweetened or vanilla nondairy milk

• ¾ cup applesauce or crushed pineapple

• 1 cup fresh or frozen baby spinach

• 1 ripe banana, cut into 3 or 4 chunks

• 1 teaspoon matcha (optional)

• 1 teaspoon softened extra-virgin coconut oil

• 2 tablespoons granola

From “The Reducetarian Cookbook: 125 Easy, Healthy, and Delicious Plant-Based Recipes for Omnivores, Vegans, and Everyone In-Between” by Reducetarian Foundation (Center Street, $21.99). Recipe developed by Pat Crocker. Photo by Ashleigh Amoroso.