The New Breakfast Trend You Need to Try Immediately
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Fun to say and even more fun to eat: the pitaya bowl. Reminiscent of an acai bowl, this trendy breakfast is made from pitaya (aka dragon fruit), which is packed with immunity-boosting vitamins, can improve weight loss, and aids in prevention of high blood pressure. With a bright-magenta hue that's 100-percent natural, these beautiful bowls make an antioxidant-rich, filling, and pretty meal that's definitely Instagram approved.
It looks fancy, but it's so easy to make your own and customize it with your favorite toppings. The basic recipe combines pink dragon fruit, a liquid such as unsweetened almond milk, and a handful of frozen fruit like berries or mango. You can either use fresh pitaya or the popular Pitaya Plus smoothie packs (organic, raw, GMO-free pitaya) available at many health-food stores. Follow this basic recipe, and then read on for even more inspiration to make the most delicious and vibrant versions.
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Top your bowl with chia seeds for added crunch and a healthy dose of protein, fiber, calcium, antioxidants, and omega-3s.
For a textural contrast to the smooth pitaya, sprinkle the top with even more crunchy additions like almonds and sunflower seeds.
Kiwi and mango add a tropical and colorful twist.
Top your already healthy bowl with blueberries for even more superfood benefits.
You could even use the base of your pitaya bowl as a dip for tart green apples.
Bananas and granola provide the perfect textural combination of soft and crunchy.
If you love coconut, blend coconut milk with the pitaya for a boost of flavor, and top it off with a generous portion of sweet coconut shavings.
Weekend brunch idea: instead of going out with your girlfriends for eggs benedict, make your own pitaya-bowl bar.
Sneak in greens like kale and avocado. You'll reap all the benefits, and the color of your bowl won't be off-putting (it will just be a darker purple).
Getting breakfast envy from this bowl? Try the recipe yourself. Blend one Pitaya Plus pack, 1/4 cup frozen blackberries, and 1/4 cup frozen cherries. Top with your choice of chia seeds, hemp seeds, cacao nibs, goji berries, and almonds.
Many juice bars and healthy breakfast spots are serving pitaya bowls in on-the-go cups for a perfect breakfast when you're in a hurry.
The only thing that makes a pitaya bowl even prettier is putting it in a jar.
You can't go wrong — add any and all the fruits of your choice!