Manuka Blueberry & Turmeric Smoothie Bowl
A vibrant antioxidant-packed breakfast bowl sweetened with Manuka honey
Creamy frozen banana and blueberry smoothie bowl flavoured with warming turmeric and finished with a drizzle of New Zealand Manuka honey. Perfect for a nourishing breakfast or post-workout snack — trending on socials for its colour and anti-inflammatory boost.
Timing
Cook Time: PT0M
Prep Time: PT10M
Total Time: PT10M
Active Time: PT10M
Ingredients
1
cup
frozen blueberries
(Notes: wild or frozen NZ berries preferred)
1
medium
banana
(Notes: ripe, peeled and frozen for extra creaminess)
1/2
cup
rolled oats
(Notes: use gluten-free oats if needed; adds body)
250
ml
almond milk
(Notes: unsweetened or any milk of choice)
150
g
Greek yoghurt
(Notes: or plant-based yoghurt for a vegan option)
1
tbsp
Manuka honey
(Notes: UMF/MGO recommended (see notes); reserve extra for drizzling)
1/2
tsp
ground turmeric
(Notes: adds colour and anti-inflammatory benefits)
1
pinch
black pepper
(Notes: helps absorption of turmeric)
1
tbsp
chia seeds
(Notes: for texture and extra fibre)
2
tbsp
toasted coconut or granola
(Notes: for topping and crunch)
Instructions
Step 1
Place the rolled oats and almond milk in the blender and let sit for 3 minutes to soften the oats slightly — this improves texture.
Tip: Soaking oats briefly makes a creamier bowl without needing extra liquid.
Timing: PT3M
Step 2
Add the frozen banana, frozen blueberries, Greek yoghurt, Manuka honey, ground turmeric, black pepper and chia seeds. Blend on high until thick and smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Tip: If the mix is too thick, add almond milk 1 tbsp at a time; pulse to maintain a spoonable consistency.
Timing: PT1M
Step 3
Taste and adjust sweetness — add a little more Manuka honey if you prefer sweeter. Adjust turmeric or yoghurt to balance tartness.
Tip: A touch more yoghurt will mellow the turmeric if the flavour is too strong.
Step 4
Divide the smoothie between bowls. Top each with toasted coconut or granola, an extra drizzle of Manuka honey, and a sprinkle of chia or seeds.
Tip: For an Instagram-ready finish, use a contrasting topping such as goji berries or kiwi slices.
Step 5
Serve immediately for the best texture, or refrigerate up to 24 hours. If storing, stir before eating and add a splash of milk to loosen.
Tip: You can freeze leftovers in ice-cube trays and blitz with milk later for quick smoothies.