Do you need an energizing breakfast to start the day? If so, this yogurt bowl with granola, peanut butter, and banana is a must‑have on your list of top healthy breakfasts.
It’s perfect for athletes, busy people, or anyone who enjoys a good breakfast. This yogurt bowl with granola, peanut butter, and banana is the ideal breakfast option to kickstart your day with a boost of energy.
The base of granola is usually a whole grain like oats, which provides fiber and slow‑release carbohydrates. Both nutrients will keep you feeling full for quite some time.
But a good granola also usually contains nuts like almonds or hazelnuts. Nuts make granola a good source of energy and healthy fats.
On the other hand, to complete the breakfast, the yogurt will provide the necessary amount of protein. It is also a good source of calcium and vitamin D. Both are essential nutrients for maintaining good bone health at any age.
How to Choose a Healthy Peanut Butter?
Peanuts are an important source of healthy fats and protein. They also increase the energy value of our meals, making them a perfect ally for those who need extra energy in their diet, such as athletes.
For this reason, it’s important to know how to identify a good peanut butter. To do so, simply check that the ingredient list contains only one ingredient: peanuts.
If you have a food processor, you can make your own peanut butter at home. You can make it simply by grinding roasted peanuts until you have a smooth paste.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Greek yogurt | 150‑200 grams |
| Sweetener or sweetener | as needed (n/s) |
| Powdered kale | ½ tsp |
| Medjool dates | 1‑2 |
| Sugar‑free dark chocolate | 1 ounce |
| Walnuts | 2 |
| Puffed quinoa | 2‑3 tbsp |
Elaboration
- Pour the Greek yogurt into a bowl or directly into your breakfast bowl, add your desired sweetener, the kale powder, and mix well. Taste and adjust the sweetness and kale flavor to your liking.
- Remove the pit from the date and slice it, or if you prefer, dice it so its sweetness is more evenly distributed when eating. Chop the chocolate into fairly small shavings, enough to chew and add another layer of texture.
- Place the chopped date, chopped walnuts (which you can also chop to your liking), and chopped chocolate on top of the yogurt and kale. Finally, add the puffed quinoa just before sitting down to breakfast.
Finish and Presentation
The yogurt bowl with kale, quinoa, walnuts, dates, and chocolate is ready to eat, and it’s best enjoyed right away to savor all the textures at their peak, especially the puffed quinoa. The other ingredients hold up well. Enjoy!
Abbreviations
- tbsp = Tablespoon
- tsp = Dessert spoon
- tsp = Coffee spoon
- n/s = As needed