Friday Foodie - Acai Bowl

When we were in Hawaii last month we had Acai Bowls for lunch several times.  The difference between an acai bowl and a smoothie is the thickness.  You can drink a smoothie, while you need a spoon to eat an acai bowl.  Acai bowls usually have some kind of a topping as well.  Packed with power foods these are very filling for a meal.  Since we've been home I have experimented quite a bit and the third time was a charm!

Acai Bowl (2 servings)
Ingredients:
1 cup Ocean Spray Lite Cran-Grape Juice (5 calories per cup)
1 medium banana
1 scoop protein powder
2- 4 oz packets frozen Acai Berry puree (these are from Target)
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1/2 cup frozen strawberries

Toppings:
1 medium banana, sliced
2 Tbsp. granola
2 Tbsp. Coconut flakes
1 Tbsp. honey

1.  Add ingredients to blender in order listed.  Blend, using "crush ice" first, then move on to mix and puree until all ingredients are blended.
2.  Pour into 2 bowls.  Place in freezer for 30-60 minutes until firm.
3.  Top with toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition info (without toppings):  210 calories/1.75 g fat/6.25 g fiber/3 WW points
Toppings: 150 calories/6.5 g fat/1.4 g fiber/3 WW points

As you can see the toppings add calories and fat, so you can switch to lighter options if you want.  We just had these for lunch and Les said, "I can see myself eating a lot of these this summer!"  These are a light and healthy option to sandwiches or burgers.