When you prepare a healthy breakfast smoothie bowl, you automatically win points for doubling up your nutrition quotient. But the brutal truth is that these fibre-rich, nourishing smoothie bowl ingredients become something joyful partly because of the way they look.
A smoothie bowl comprising all things nutty, fruity and ultimately healthy, becomes an indulgent treat only when beautifully garnished. It keeps the mind enthused about the prospect of healthy eating. And what makes the breakfast smoothie bowl look good are some simple garnishing hacks. Level-up your morning meal game with these tips that will transform a simple, nutritious bowl into a photo worthy breakfast goal within minutes.
Work In Rows And Shapes, Avoid Sprinkles
One of the easiest hacks to get the garnish right on a breakfast smoothie bowl is to arrange the toppings in rows or in fun shapes, instead of just sprinkling them in abstract fashion. Rows of chia seeds, crushed granola bars, round banana slices or strawberries bring a certain uniform structure to the smoothie bowl. This leads to a striking visual balance so that the bowl looks neat, tidy, decorative and something to dive into. A breakfast smoothie bowl with brightly-flavoured blends such as a strawberry protein smoothie or a blueberry and banana smoothie really benefits from this structure which balances its vibrant hues.
Colour Contrasts For Aesthetic Play
An essential element in every meal, especially within Indian cuisine, is colour. The more a meal is filled with natural colours, the healthier and nourishing it is touted to be. Follow this with the breakfast smoothie bowl too and play around with different contrasting colours. This will add aesthetic and nourishment simultaneously to the morning meal. Think a light base like banana, mango or yoghurt accompanied by dark toppings like chia seeds or flax seeds. A darker base of berries and cacao can be accentuated with lighter garnishes such as coconut flakes.
Textural Diversity For Depth
Garnishing also means paying attention to the different textural elements that structure the smoothie bowl. Textures add flavour depth and complexity into the meal. Smooth, silky bases really go well with nutty, crunchy, creamy and chewy toppings. So, decorate smoothie bowls with crushed granola, dried berries, nut butter swirls and dollops of yoghurt. A host of different textures making their way into the smoothie bowl automatically turn it into a layered and appetising breakfast.
Add A Simple Swirl Or Drizzle
A small swirl, whether it is dark chocolate or peanut butter, goes a long way in beautifying a simple breakfast smoothie bowl. Use the back of a spoon or a squeeze bottle to draw the swirl at the very end, once all the components of the breakfast have been arranged in the smoothie bowl. Thick yoghurt or honey and maple syrup are also among some interesting options for drizzling over the smoothie bowl. Not only do they enrich the smoothie with their rich flavours but they also make it look more finished and quite breakfast bar quality. Finished off with a sweet or creamy swirl, the smoothie bowl suddenly looks like a decadent, cheerful breakfast treat.
Finish With One Star Topping
Think of this as one element which puts the finished, glamorous look on the smoothie bowl. It is that standout ingredient in the breakfast meal which instantly attracts attention and makes you gravitate towards this healthy and nourishing option. A fan of sliced kiwis, a handful of bright raspberries over lightly coloured smoothies, cacao nibs or edible flowers can be among these star toppings. These ingredients will give your bowl a focal point, without making it look crowded and clumsy. The star topping also looks good in pictures, so your really attractive smoothie bowl can make it onto your social media breakfast post!