Surya 'summer sun' smoothie bowl

Surya smoothies are my version of digestive-enhancing Ayurvedic smoothies that are warming for the digestion. Even in the summer season, Ayurveda still recommends avoiding cold and frozen foods because it impedes digestion. The smoothie I opt for is my Pitta-balancing Summer Sun Smoothie from Eat Feel Fresh, which contains strawberries, coriander and cooling jasmine tea.

Pittas are the type of people to say, ‘I can’t just have a smoothie for breakfast, I’ll be hungry five minutes later.’ What they’re missing are the healthy fats to keep them satiated. Add some coconut butter and/or avocado to this smoothie and watch your Pitta hangry-levels disappear. Not only will you be left happy, but so will your colleagues who have to deal with you.

Summer Sun Smoothie Bowl

Serves 1

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
• 1 handful chopped kale or chard
• 1 small banana (can sub for 1 small zucchini to make it low-glycemic)
• 1–2 cups hibiscus or jasmine tea
  OR
• 1–2 cups coconut milk
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
• 1 lime, juice
• 1 tbsp melted coconut butter and/or ½ avocado
• 1 scoop plant-based protein powder
• Optional: 4 drops liquid monk-fruit sweetener or 1 pitted date to sweeten

For the toppings

• chia seeds
• sliced strawberries
• coriander

METHOD

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

Pour into a bowl and top with chia seeds, strawberries, and coriander.