Smoothie Bowl — Recipe 07 of 60
Oat & Cashew Smoothie Bowl
A thick, creamy smoothie bowl that eats like a meal. Blended oats give it a naturally creamy base without any dairy, while cashews add richness and healthy fats. Topped with seeds for crunch and nutrients, this is one of the most complete plant-based breakfasts you can make.
Nutrients (per serving)
- Calories
- ~410kcal
- Protein
- ~14g
- Carbs
- ~54g
- Fat
- ~16g
Ingredients
What you need
- 0160g rolled oats
- 0225g split cashews, soaked in water for 30 minutes
- 031 tbsp black chia seeds
- 041 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 051 tbsp sunflower seeds
- 061 frozen banana
- 07200ml plant-based milk (oat, almond or soy)
- 081 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 091 tsp vanilla extract
- 101 pinch of cinnamon
- 11Fresh fruit and granola to top (optional)
Instructions
How to make it
- 01
Soak cashews in water for at least 30 minutes, then drain and rinse.
- 02
Add oats, soaked cashews, frozen banana, plant-based milk, honey, vanilla and cinnamon into a blender.
- 03
Blend on high for 60–90 seconds until completely smooth and thick. Add less milk for a thicker consistency.
- 04
Pour into a wide bowl.
- 05
Top with chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and any fresh fruit or granola you like.
- 06
Serve immediately before the toppings sink into the base.
The science
Why it's good for you
Blending oats into a smoothie base preserves all their beta-glucan fiber while creating a creamy texture that keeps you full for hours. Soaked cashews blend into a naturally rich, dairy-free cream packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and iron. The seed topping turns this bowl into a complete micronutrient profile — omega-3 from chia, vitamin E from sunflower seeds, and magnesium and zinc from pumpkin seeds. A fully plant-based meal with impressive nutritional depth.