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Mixed Berry Glow Up Yogurt Breakfast Bowl: A Nourishing Start to Your Day

Here is a vibrant, nutrient-dense breakfast that’s as beautiful as it is good for you. Whether you’re running out the door for a morning run or easing into a slow weekend, this yogurt bowl will fuel your morning. It’s naturally sweet, full of fiber and healthy fats, and rich in probiotics. It’s adaptable to whatever season you’re in—use fresh berries in summer or thawed frozen ones in winter.

Why You’ll Love It

This breakfast bowl strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nourishment. It’s packed with:

Antioxidant-rich berries – These are the heart of this recipe. Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries all work beautifully.
Protein-packed Greek yogurt – Keeps you feeling full and is high in protein, so it supports muscle recovery after exercise.
Chia seeds – Packed with omega-3s and fiber, chia seeds thicken the pudding for a satisfying texture.
Grated beetroot – Adds a subtle earthy sweetness and a nutritional boost without overpowering the flavor.
Superfoods like turmeric, maca, and black sesame seeds – These ingredients support hormone balance, reduce inflammation, and provide essential minerals.
A touch of natural sweetness – Maple syrup or honey balances out the tang of the yogurt and berries.

Optional Toppings To Serve

The toppings you select for your yogurt bowl will determine how filling this recipe will be, and how long it will keep you energized. I find a healthy topping of sliced banana and mixed nuts keeps me full through a morning run and all the way to lunch. Customize your toppings with:

Sliced banana,
Your favorite low sugar granola,
Roasted nuts and seeds, and/or,
A dollop of nut butter (almond, peanut, or sunflower seed).

Notes

Defrosting berries: If you are using frozen berries you can blend them frozen, but I prefer to thaw the berries first to enjoy the juice of the berries more and not have such a cold breakfast. You can defrost berries in the microwave or in a pot on the stove with a bit of water, however, the vitamins in berries are heat sensitive and can denature when too much heat is applied. To defrost the berries while retaining the most nutrition, defrost them slowly in a bowl in the fridge or at room temperature (takes several hours or overnight). Or, my preferred method for a quick breakfast, put the berries in a bowl, and put the bowl in a warm water bath (i.e. no hot water directly on the berries). In 10 minutes, your berries will be safely defrosted.
Blending chia seeds: You don’t have to blend the chia seeds for this breakfast. If you prefer the texture of them whole, toss the chia seeds in after blending the fruit. However, blending the chia seeds is reported to make their nutrients more available, so it is recommended.
Sweetener: One tablespoon of maple syrup combined with one cup of berries and one cup of unsweetened yogurt makes for a somewhat tart yogurt bowl. However, adding half a banana sliced on top adds a fair bit of natural sugar, and is sufficient for me to feel like I’m eating a sweet (enough) treat. Alternatively, you can add more sweetener to taste—but this may impact blood sugar levels and satiety later in the morning.
Meal prep friendly: Make a double batch and enjoy breakfast ready-to-go for the next few days. Store left overs in a sealed glass jar in the fridge and stir well before eating.
Customize: Swap out the granola for toasted nuts, or try coconut flakes and cacao nibs for crunch and flavor. Try adding different superfoods and let us know how it goes!
Gut health boost: Add a spoonful of kefir to support your microbiome even more.

Enjoy!