Purple Freeze
Whenever the temperatures start to rise and I lose my appetite during the day because it's simply too hot, this is the icy drink I always come back to. It's refreshing, nourishing, incredibly easy to make, and the best part is that most of the ingredients keep for a long time – so you don't have to buy them just for one recipe.
RECIPE
Special Equipment- Blender
A hand blender works just as well, but it may take a bit longer to achieve a smooth consistency.
Ingredients (Serves around 4 people)
150 g frozen blueberries
(store bought)
300 g frozen bananas, cut into large chunks
(don't slice them too thin – they'll freeze together into one big block that's very difficult to blend. About 3–4 chunks per banana is perfect.)
30 g chia seeds
500 ml coconut milk for a thicker, açaí bowl–style consistency, or
610 ml coconut milk if you prefer it as a smoothie.
(I always use the Alpro Barista Coconut because it's my favourite, and I feel like it makes the smoothie/bowl extra smooth.)
Pinch of salt
HOW TO
Freeze your bananas the night before. (Frozen blueberries are available in most supermarkets, so you can simply buy those.) Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend for about 3 minutes, or until completely smooth and creamy.
If you'd like to turn it into a bowl, simply top it with your favourite granola, fresh fruit, coconut flakes, or anything else you love. Enjoy it just like an açaí bowl!
If you're making the smoothie version, place your glasses in the freezer for 1 hour beforehand. Pour the finished smoothie into the ice-cold glasses to keep it chilled and fresh for longer.
