Gut-Loving Protein Power Bowl

GF DF RSF PB
Serves: makes 1 Bowl

Ingredients:

FOR THE SMOOTHIE BOWL
1 cup fresh papaya (peeled, deseeded, chopped, slightly frozen for best texture)
1 large frozen banana
½ cup frozen mango or pineapple
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
¼ cup plant-based milk, just enough to blend (start small!)

FOR THE TOPPING
Fresh Papaya, diced into large chunks
Toasted coconut flakes 
½ banana, sliced into thick rounds 

Method:

Add all base ingredients to a high-powered blender or food processor.

Blend, stopping to scrape down sides. Keep it thicker than a 2008 iPod Classic.

Add milk slowly, only if needed. Use a tamper or pulse-blend method for a thick texture.

Spoon into a chilled bowl, level out with the back of your spoon.

Garnish with the fresh toppings and enjoy.