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Protein Acai Bowl Recipe and a $100 Naked Nutrition Giveaway!

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I am on a major acai kick right now! Acai bowls are nothing new, and they’ve been incredibly popular here in LA for the last 5 years or so. I’ve had them at juice shops around here, but I usually find them to be way too sweet, and I never felt like I was truly eating something that healthy. It wasn’t until recently, per the great recommendation of my friend Kelly, that I started buying frozen acai from Whole Foods and making my own Protein Acai Bowls at home.

Protein-Packed Acai Bowl with Blueberries and Spinach! This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free! Plus, you can make it in under 5 minutes! // www.littlechefbigappetite.com

So, you might wondering, what the heck is acai anyway? You can think of it as a cross between a blueberry and a grape, and they grow on skinny palm trees in South America. Acai is so popular to eat because it’s very high in antioxidants (which keep us healthy and prevent illness), while being extremely low in sugar.

Protein-Packed Acai Bowl with Blueberries and Spinach! This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free! Plus, you can make it in under 5 minutes! // www.littlechefbigappetite.com

You can find acai packets in the frozen section of your grocery store. Make sure to check the ingredients, though, because some contain added sugar. I really like these organic smoothie pouches from Acai Roots and they contain 0g of sugar.

Protein-Packed Acai Bowl with Blueberries and Spinach! This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free! Plus, you can make it in under 5 minutes! // www.littlechefbigappetite.com

I love adding Naked Nutrition’s Pea Protein Powder to my acai bowls. Their products are called “naked” for a reason. There are no added colors, sweeteners, or anything artificial in their protein powders. In fact, the only ingredient in the pea protein powder is pea protein.  I add just one tablespoon of it to my acai bowl, and that contains 6-7 grams of pure protein. Because their protein powders are unsweetened (and unflavored), I always mix it with natural sweeteners like frozen bananas and dates.

Protein-Packed Acai Bowl with Blueberries and Spinach! This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free! Plus, you can make it in under 5 minutes! // www.littlechefbigappetite.com

I’ve been looking for a good non-dairy protein powder for a long time because I can’t digest whey or casein, but most vegan protein powders I’ve tried tasted so earthy. When you blend this Naked Nutrition Pea Protein with the right ingredients in a high-speed blender, you’d barely know it’s there. You guys know I’m all about eating natural, whole foods, and this protein powder fits the bill.

Protein-Packed Acai Bowl with Blueberries and Spinach! This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free! Plus, you can make it in under 5 minutes! // www.littlechefbigappetite.com

If you’re interested in trying a Naked Nutrition product, you can use the code LILCHEF for 10% off your order. 

Plus, Naked Nutrition is giving away a $100 credit to one lucky reader! To enter, leave a comment on this post letting me know your favorite way to use protein powder. I will randomly select one winner on Thursday, June 8th at 5PM ET. Good luck!

 

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Protein Acai Bowl Recipe
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
 

Try this delicious Protein Acai Bowl with blueberries and spinach. It's packed with fresh fruit and protein, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack.

Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: acai, almond milk, blueberries, protein powder
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Rachel (littlechefbigappetite)
Ingredients
  • 1 packet frozen acai
  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • 2/3 cup frozen banana chunks (about 3/4 of a banana)
  • 1/2 cup fresh kale or spinach
  • 1/4 cup frozen blueberries
  • 2-3 Tablespoons Naked Nutrition Pea Protein
  • Granola and Nut Butter for Topping
Instructions
  1. Run the frozen acai packet under hot water for 10 seconds. Cut the packet open and break the frozen acai into chunks.
  2. In a high speed blender, combine the acai pieces, almond milk, frozen banana, spinach, frozen blueberries, and protein powder. Blend for 1 minute, scraping down the sides and adding additional almond milk as needed. The consistency should be smooth, like a very thick smoothie.
  3. Pour into a bowl and top with your favorite granola and nut butter.

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Protein Acai Bowl with Blueberries and Spinach! This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free! Plus, you can make it in under 5 minutes! // www.littlechefbigappetite.com

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  3. Maya Maceka

    Okay, why have I not tried acai bowls yet? I’m always drooling over them. I usually use protein powder in my smoothies but next time I’m making this!! 🙂

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  4. Janice Glassman

    This looks fantastic! I’ve never made an Acai bowl, but you’ve inspired me to do so! My favorite way to use protein powder is through baking. I make a “protein cake” and utilize different combinations of fruits and veggies, cocoa powder, nut butters, chia seeds, greek yogurt, protein powder flavors, etc. It’s great because it’s completely customized to your liking and dietary needs! Thank you for sharing this recipe!

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  6. Kendel

    I remember the world going nuts about acai bowls! I’m a huge health nut (or rediscovering my love of healthy food), so I think ‘acai bowl’ should be on my list of things to try!

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  11. Jade

    My favorite way way would definitely be in smoothies! But I’ve also made some Nut milk and Nut butters recently which I’ve added the protein powder too for an extra kick and even flavor boost!! It’s been grand!! Love this giveaway would be thrilled to win!

    Reply

  15. Katie R

    My favorite way to use protein powder is in smoothies! I especially love using chocolate protein powder to make chocolate peanut butter banana smoothie.

    Reply

  32. Wendy R.

    To be totally honest, I have never used protein powder. I’m finding out as I get older that I have disorders because my stomach will not absorb vitamins and nutrients the way it should. So, I have had to learn about supplements in order to try to heal myself.

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  34. fran

    I’ve never used protein powders before, but as a vegetarian, I’m always concerned about getting enough protein so this is something I should try.

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  36. jacqueline viera

    i like protein powder in my smoothies. it’s the only way to fill me up for breakfast to get me through until lunch!

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  37. elcane desir

    my favorite way to use protein powders would be by sneaking them into meals that i make throughout the week. I have a hard time being disciplined to make shakes every morning and to add to it I have a hard time following a strict diet. By adding them to my meals I remind myself to portion everything out.

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  38. Lindsay A.

    With the warm weather, I’m loving protein ice cream (referred to by some folks as “nice cream”). Two cups chopped frozen bananas, some peanut butter, & one scoop chocolate protein powder. Whiz up in a food processor, & it comes out the perfect soft serve consistency!

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  39. Jordan D.

    I’ve never tried an acai bowl, but this recipe sounds awesome. I love using protein powder to make protein ice cream (aka super thick protein shakes lol).

    Reply

  47. Taryn T

    I am just now learning how to use protein powder. My recipes have been very boring, mostly smoothies! Can’t wait to try some of the ideas on your site. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  50. Audrey Stewart

    I use it in my smoothies. My mornings are so rushed, no time for cooking. I make it the night before, ad grab it on my way out the door.

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  51. Annamarie V

    I mostly use protein powder to make protein drinks, I like that the pea protein is low in carbs and high in protein since I’m on a low carb diet.

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  59. Chrissy

    My favorite way to use protein powder is in smoothies. I know it’s not super original but I love it!

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  63. Pam C.

    I am still old school. I love making protein fruit shakes, so that’s how I love to use my protein powder.

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  65. Mechele M Johnson

    i make a smoothie with a banana, 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, a handful of blueberries and coconut milk. Yummy!!!!!!!!!

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  69. amy guillaume linderman

    i love it in a smoothie with fresh fruits from my garden: strawberries, rhubarb, and raspberries

    Reply

  70. angie w

    I like mixing it into my baked oatmeal that I make and freeze to take to work! I also love it in good ol’ smoothies 🙂

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  71. wen budro

    I like to add protein powder to smoothies and oatmeal. Sometimes, I add it to my baking- like adding it to banana bread.

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  78. Margaret S Porter

    I sprinkle protein powder in my coffee and then in my oatmeal and in the smoothies I make at noon

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  82. Margaret Appel

    I add protein powder to the chocolate chia seed pudding I make. The chocolate disguises the flavor of the protein powder.

    Reply

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