Creamy Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl Recipe (Pitaya)

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If you're looking for a fun and colorful breakfast option, look no further than this vegan creamy Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl. This delicious breakfast smoothie in a bowl is made with frozen dragon fruit, banana, berries, and almond milk. It's perfect for starting your day off right with fiber and antioxidants, like this Vegan Hibiscus Coconut Yogurt Bowl! And best of all, it's ready in 10 minutes!

overhead view of hands holding dragonfruit smoothie bowl with granola, fresh berries

We all know the best part of waking up is breakfast. But you can make it even more enjoyable with this creamy, tropical-tasting smoothie full of flavor and nutrients!

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Ingredients
What is Dragon Fruit?
Substitutions
Variations
How to Make This Vegan Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl
Expert Tip
How to Serve This Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl
Recipe FAQs
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The vibrant magenta color of this dragonfruit smoothie bowl reminds me of a stunning sunset and instantly transports me to Costa Rica. This bowl has me wanting to jump out of bed early to make it - looking at the color puts a big smile on my face! How could it not?

You can top this healthy and creamy Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl with granola and fresh berries for an incredible treat that packs tons of nutrition and antioxidants into one delicious bowl! It only takes ten minutes and six ingredients to whip up this smoothie bowl. You're also sure to enjoy this Watermelon Water for a refreshing and hydrating beverage.

If you have lots of ripe bananas on your kitchen counter, try my Easy Vegan Banana Oat Pancakes, Vegan Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, Vegan Buckwheat Banana Waffles, or Chocolate Tahini Banana Bread. You're sure to enjoy this Vegan Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips for a tasty snack or breakfast.

I love having this beautiful bowl for breakfast! Super nutritious, delicious, and healthy.

- Tavo

Ingredients

Here are the simple ingredients to make this smoothie bowl with a thick consistency and vibrant pink color:

Frozen 100% organic pitaya, also known as dragonfruit - you can find dragonfruit packs in the frozen section of grocery stores. I used Pitaya Foods brand (not sponsored).
Frozen banana - preferably an overripe banana that has been frozen for maximum sweetness. This contributes a creamy texture.
100% organic pure red dragonfruit powder is optional, but I love to add it to enhance the pink color.
Almond milk - I like Califia unsweetened almond milk or I make my own.

A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

What is Dragon Fruit?

Dragon fruit is a sweet tropical fruit from a night-blooming cactus (genus Hylocereus), native to Southern Mexico and Central America. It's also called pitaya, pitahaya, and strawberry pear.

The two most common varieties have bright red skin with green pointy scales that resemble a dragon, which accounts for the name. You can typically find the variety with white pulp with black seeds, although a less common type with red and black seeds also exists.

I've only seen the variety with white pulp with black seeds (Peruvian Apple Cactus), which grows in our backyard. A yellow one has yellow skin and white pulp with black seeds.

Substitutions

Almond milk - You may substitute with another plant-based milk of your choice, such as organic soy milk, for more protein.
Frozen pitaya - Can you find frozen dragon fruit cubes? If so, use a half-cup. If not, make this smoothie bowl with a frozen banana, ½ cup frozen mango, and ½ cup frozen raspberries or cherries. The resulting color will differ depending on the frozen fruit you choose. Cherries will make this smoothie bowl a magenta color.
Vegan protein powder - instead, add chia seeds, hemp seeds, or greens such as spinach or kale. You can add some drained and rinsed beans, too! White beans, such as butter beans or naturally sweet adzuki beans, would be a good choice here.

Variations

A splash of lemon or lime juice when mixing the smoothie
A variety of frozen chopped tropical fruits
Chia seeds, hemp seeds, or ground flax seeds
Maple syrup, agave syrup, orange juice, or pitted dates for extra sweetness

How to Make This Vegan Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl

It's easy to make this pink pitaya smoothie bowl for a healthy breakfast! There's no need to go out to buy one at juice bars for $10 - $15 when it's this easy to make at home.

Step 1: Break the frozen fruit into chunks.
Step 2: In a high-speed blender combine frozen dragon fruit, mixed berries, frozen banana, almond milk, red dragon fruit powder, and vegan protein powder. Add a quarter cup of almond milk.
Step 3: Start the blender at a low speed and gradually increase the speed. If necessary, use a tamper to push the fruit down into the blender and scrape the sides with the tamper. Add up to another quarter cup of almond milk or more for a creamy consistency.
Step 4: Top with your choice of toppings, such as granola and fresh berries. Enjoy!

overhead view of hands holdig dragonfruit smoothie bowl with granola, fresh berries with a wooden spoon and bowl of granola with spoon

Tip: This smoothie bowl is best enjoyed immediately for the best texture!

Expert Tip

Start slow with blending and start with a quarter cup of plant-based milk. Gradually increase the liquid to get a creamy consistency.

How to Serve This Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl

Serve this creamy Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl with these delicious smoothie toppings:

Almond butter or peanut butter
Banana, kiwi fruit, mango, papaya, passion fruit, pineapple, fresh chopped dragon fruit, or star fruit. Cut them into fun shapes with a fruit shaping set.
Cacao nibs, goji berries, coconut flakes

Recipe FAQs

What does dragon fruit taste like?

It tastes mildly sweet, like a cross between pear and kiwi. It has a crunchy texture.

Where can I buy dragon fruit?

You can most likely find frozen dragon fruit in the freezer section of your grocery store. You might even find it fresh in the produce section. But for this recipe, buy the frozen red dragon fruit, typically found in smoothie packs.

How do I get a creamy smoothie bowl?

First, start the blender at a low speed. Use a tamper to assist with blending, and scrape the sides of the blender occasionally. Start with a small amount of liquid and add more gradually. Frozen fruit gives this smoothie bowl a creamy consistency.

Are dragon fruit bowls healthy?

Yes - dragon fruit bowls have plenty of antioxidants and nutrition. Choose the additions and toppings of your preference to get even more vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and protein.

Is dragon fruit healthy?

Dragon fruit is nutrient-dense with many health benefits yet low in calories and is a great source of fiber, magnesium, and iron. It contains vitamins, minerals, and beneficial plant compounds such as betacyanins, carotenoids, and polyphenols.
It also contains many antioxidants, such as vitamin C, beta-carotene, and lycopene.

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