High Protein Acai Bowl with Blueberries
Starting your day on a delicious note is always a must! My Protein Acai Bowl is nourishing and vibrant. It’s packed with lots of plant-based goodness and topped with fresh fruit, crunchy hemp seeds and granola. This bowl is also vegan and high-protein. Just like my Kale Berry Smoothie or my Raspberry Smoothie with Greek Yogurt, it’s great for a post-workout meal or as a wholesome breakfast.

Why this recipe works
- Quick and Easy: Easy like my Broccoli Smoothie, this Açai protein bowl is made with Açai packets and frozen fruits and it takes about 5 minutes to make!
- Dairy-Free: Like my Strawberry Banana Smoothie with Kale, this recipe is made with a plant-based protein powder from Truvani and oat milk.
- Customizable: You can add extra protein to acai smoothie bowls by mixing in greek yogurt, almond butter, peanut butter or chia seeds. Top this healthy acai bowl with hemp hearts, a drizzle of honey or coconut flakes.
Ingredients for this protein acai bowl

- Frozen acai packet. Sambazon brand makes acai packets and it comes with 4 in the box. Sambazon is sold in most grocery stores in the freezer section.
- Vegan vanilla protein powder. I use Truvani because I like the way it tastes. Any vanilla protein powder will work though.
- Oat milk. Unsweetened almond milk is good too or any plant-based milk such as coconut milk or cashew milk.
- Frozen blueberries. Besides blueberries being loaded with dietary fiber, I love the flavor. Any frozen mixed berries will work. Frozen fruits help keep the creamy texture and temperature of the açaí bowl.
- Frozen banana. Use a 1/2 banana or a whole. It helps add a natural sweetness.
- Optional toppings : honey, granola, fresh berries, fresh ripe banana, hemp seeds and chia seeds are just to name a few of the delicious ways you can garnish your bowl.
How to make
Add all of the ingredients into a high-speed blender, food processor or NutriBullet and blend until you have a desired consistency. Enjoy as is or add your favorite toppings such as sliced banana, fresh berries, hemp seeds and granola.


Storage
This high protein acai bowl should be enjoyed immediately. It will start to melt- which isn’t a bad thing but it will have a smoothie consistency if left out too long.
Helpful tips for this acai protein bowl recipe
- Make sure the fruits: the banana and the blueberries are frozen as well as the acai packet.
- Don’t leave the acai puree packet on the counter for too long, it’ll melt.
- If the bowl isn’t blending, add a touch more of the milk and stir the ingredients around.

Serving suggestions
- Stir in greek yogurt or coconut yogurt to make an açaí yogurt bowl.
FAQ’s
Does acai have protein?
The super fruit packs of acai only 1 gram of protein however it is packed with antioxidants, fiber and healthy omegas.
How much protein is in this acai protein bowl?
Using a scoop of protein powder will give you 30 grams of protein.
How can I make a low calorie acai bowl?
To make lower in calorie, omit the banana or any other sweeteners and use only your favorite colorful fruits in moderation.
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I first learned how to make healthy açaí bowls from Green Kitchen Travels. They use an acai powder, which works too. Acai protein bowls are so delicious during warmer months and I love that you can throw any frozen fruit and have a quick meal in minutes. This high protein recipe helps me with my sugar cravings – though there is fruit, it’s loaded with natural flavors. I hope you enjoy!

High Protein Acai Bowl with Blueberries
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Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- 1 pack acai frozen mix
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder vegan
- 1/2 cup oat milk plus 1/4 more if needed
- 1 cup blueberries (frozen)
- 1/2 banana (frozen)
Instructions
- Add the acai packet, the protein powder, berries and banana to a blender. Pour in the oat milk and blend until desired consistency.
- Scoop into a bowl and serve immediately. Top with your favorite fruits, hemp seeds or granola.
Notes
Nutrition
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