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Nourish & Indulge: Guilt-Free Berry Smoothie Bowl & Citrus Granola

Author: Mona Elkadri
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Who says healthy can’t be delicious? These two recipes are a guilt-free way to treat yourself while nourishing your body. The Berry Smoothie Bowl is a vibrant explosion of flavour, packed with antioxidants and healthy fats thanks to its blend of berries, honey, and nut butter. 

And let’s not forget the Citrus Granola. It’s the perfect topping for a dreamy parfait, layered with Greek yogurt and fresh berries. This combo delivers a protein punch and probiotics to keep your gut happy. So, whether you’re craving a power breakfast, a midday pick-me-up, or a guilt-free dessert, these recipes have you covered. 

Citrus Granola

Makes 6 cups of granola 

Ingredients 

  • 4 cups rolled oats 
  • 1 cup peeled sunflower seeds 
  • 2 cups sliced almonds 
  • 1/2 cup dried goji berries 
  • ½ cup honey 
  • ½ cup maple syrup 
  • 4 tbsp orange juice 

Directions 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. 
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, sunflower seeds, and sliced almonds.
  3. Mix together. In a measuring cup, combine honey, maple syrup, and orange juice.  
  4. Microwave for 30 seconds then mix well. 
  5. Once mixed, pour the liquid mixture over the dry mixture, and mix until everything is evenly coated.  
  6. Spread the mixture evenly over a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 min, until the mixture is golden brown. 
  7. Once the granola has completely cooled, break it into small chunks and mix in dried goji berries. 
  8. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.

Berry Smoothie Bowl

Makes 2 bowls 

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups frozen mixed berries 
  • ¼ cup of your favourite nut butter 
  • 3 tbsp honey 
  • ½ cup water 
  • Shredded coconut for garnish 
  • chia seeds for garnish 
  • fresh berries for garnish 

Directions 

  1. In a blender, combine water, frozen berries, nut butter and honey. Blend until the ingredients are fully mixed and you have reached a smooth consistency. 
  2. Pour into a bowl and garnish with fresh berries, shredded coconut, chia seeds.

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