Cashews are a nutrient-rich food that provides fiber, protein, and essential minerals to the body. With so many great nutritional benefits, are they suitable for people on a diet? Or for young folks who want to eat clean? Can cashews be used for breakfast? These are the most common questions many young people are asking today. Below, we’ll share some ways to add cashews to your clean eating breakfast routine!

What is Clean Eating – Healthy Eating?

First, you need to understand what clean eating is and why it’s become so popular among young people. Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, health has become a top concern. “Clean eating” encourages consuming fresh, whole foods that are minimally processed to retain their original flavor and nutrients.

This trend isn’t new—it’s commonly adopted by gym-goers or those on a diet to improve their meal plans. One of the most popular clean eating breakfast recipes is the smoothie bowl with cashews, which is simple yet packed with nutrients.

How to Make a Cashew Smoothie Bowl

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A smoothie bowl is essentially a thick smoothie served in a bowl and topped with various nutritious ingredients. It’s typically made from antioxidant-rich fruits and health-boosting vitamins. You can use frozen strawberries, mango, pineapple, blueberries, raspberries, kiwi, banana, or mixed berries. Blend them with a flavorful liquid like coconut water, fruit juice, yogurt, milk, or nut milk until creamy. The result is a satisfying breakfast, a quick snack before a workout, or even a light dessert.

Basic ingredients include:

  • 300g of frozen fruit: Choose from bananas, strawberries, blueberries, mangoes, pineapples, or mixed berries.
  • 1/4 cup of frozen or fresh vegetables: Such as mashed sweet potatoes, pureed cauliflower, zucchini, cucumber, spinach, or kale. These veggies boost your nutrition intake and their fiber helps slow down sugar absorption from the fruit. Frozen veggies also make your bowl thicker.
  • 1/2 cup of liquid: Coconut water, milk, nut milk, or coconut cream. This helps your blender mix the frozen ingredients smoothly.
  • 1 tablespoon of protein: Options include yogurt, cashews, nuts, hemp seeds, chia seeds, shredded coconut, or cashew powder. Protein is crucial for muscle growth and helps you feel fuller for longer.
  • 1 tablespoon of healthy fats: Such as avocado, yogurt, nuts, nut butter, or coconut cream. These support brain function.
  • 1 tablespoon of complex carbs: Such as rolled oats, hemp seeds, chia seeds, cooked quinoa, or cooked brown rice. These provide lasting energy throughout the day.
  • Flavor & Sweetener: Choose from cacao, cinnamon, vanilla extract, lucuma, maca, honey, or maple syrup. But keep in mind, fruits are naturally sweet, so add only a small amount of sweetener if needed.
  • Toppings: Decorate your smoothie bowl with toppings like: Fresh fruits, goji berries, shredded coconut, granola, hemp seeds, cocoa nibs, chocolate shavings, nut butter, cashews, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, crushed oats, or chopped nuts. These toppings not only enhance the appearance but also add extra nutrients for a healthier, more energetic day.

How to Make a Cashew, Avocado & Spinach Smoothie Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 100ml unsweetened cashew milk
  • 1 handful of baby spinach
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1/4 peeled avocado
  • 1 tsp cashew butter
  • 1 tbsp rolled oats

Toppings:

  • 3 slices of mango
  • 1 sliced kiwi
  • 1 tbsp cashews
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp flaxseeds

Instructions:

Add cashew milk, sliced banana, spinach, avocado, cashew butter, and oats to a blender. Blend until smooth. If it’s too thick, just add a little water and blend again until it becomes a creamy texture. Finally, pour the smoothie into a bowl, top with mango and kiwi slices, then sprinkle with cashews, chia seeds, and flaxseeds.

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