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Earlier this week, while my husband was roasting butternut squash for a vegan soup, I started thinking about why I am so passionate about healthy living, particularly as it relates to food. Beyond the fact that I simply feel better when I eat foods that are wholesome and natural, I also love the diverse colors and flavors of food, best enjoyed in their unprocessed state. I like to think I’m adventurous when it comes to food and really love trying anything new. Just like there are many different sides to me and my personality, so it is with food. Because of my willingness to try new things, I’ve discovered new foods I really enjoy, even now as an adult.
In the last several years, people have been paying close attention to super foods because of their high concentration of nutrients and potential ability to ward off some of the most prevalent diseases faced by people in this country. While I’ve heard a little about the Açaí berry, it wasn’t until I met with Sambazon that I learned just how powerful (and delicious) this superfruit is.

Photo: Sambazon
Found in the Amazon jungle, it is rich in antioxidants and healthy fats but does not contain sugar. Because of it’s favorable nutritional profile, Sambazon created a line of fresh juices, smoothies, and frozen smoothie packs that make use of the Açaí berry. What is incredible about their product line is the fact that they are Organic, Fair Trade Certified, Vegan, Non-GMO, Dairy and Gluten Free! I’ve actually spotted several of their products in my local natural foods store and have been intrigued, but my visit to my local Sambazon Açaí Café was my very first experience with the super fruit!
During our Superfood breakfast, we learned about Sambazon’s commitment to sustainability and learned how they are able to bring the nutrition of the Açaí berry to the world while supporting environmental and social well being of the Amazon and its people. Their story is fascinating, and I encourage you to read further if you are interested.
The highlight of the day was creating the infamous Açaí bowl! I’ve heard wonders about this bowl, but had no idea what was in it or how to make it. While it’s not entirely easy to describe, I like to think of the Açaí bowl as a sorbet-like smoothie topped with your favorite fruits, nuts, and healthy toppings.
Here is the simple, three-ingredient recipe for the perfect Açaí bowl:
- 2 packs Sambazon Original Açaí Frozen Smoothie
- 1/2 banana (use less if it is ripe to maintain a thick consistency)
- A splash of apple juice or milk (we use almond milk)
- Top with granola, fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, and anything else you prefer

Photo: Sambazon
The bowl I created at the cafe included chocolate almond milk and peanut butter and I topped it with granola, fresh strawberries, and cacao nibs. While it tasted more like dessert, I knew that it contained a ton of nutrients and felt good about all of the fresh ingredients used.
Sambazon offers a ton of recipes and even put together a recipe book which features all types of dishes including smoothies, Açaí bowls, cocktails, desserts, and more. Check out their featured recipes on their website!
Sambazon recently introduced two new smoothies, and during our breakfast we sampled both the Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk and the Supergreens.
I absolutely loved the Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk smoothie which features eight grams of vegan whole-food protein and over 90 Açaí berries. It’s thick, sweet, and filling!
The Supergreens smoothie includes kale and ginger, provides two full servings of fruits and vegetables, and includes 120 Açaí berries.
You can learn more about Sambazon on their website, and if you’re local, I encourage you to check out their cafe located in Newport Beach.
Win It! THREE of you will win a Sambazon package (ARV $47) which will include coupons to sample their new smoothies, a Sambazon Wooden Bowl & Spoon. Simply leave me a comment with the name of the flavor you’d like to try and complete the Rafflecopter form. Comments will close on March 20th, 2013 at 11:59 PM PST.
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the pb banana sounds good
peanut butter & banana!
The supergreens with kale and ginger sounds good.
Okay, that chocolate coconut smoothie looks amazing!
Thanks!
Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk 🙂
Vanilla Smoothie
Thanks for the chance
chocolate coconut
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The SuperGreen Smoothie with Kale and Ginger would be energizing and tasty!
Coconut Milk and the Supergreens
SuperGreens Smoothie would be divine with the Kale and Ginger! Yum!
I have peanut butter and banana every morning so I would really like to try theirs
Yum. The Protein Vanilla smoothie sounds good to me: http://sambazon.com/product/protein-vanilla/
Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk
I would love to try Kale and Ginger.
I’d like to try the Blended Breakfast Superfood Smoothie.
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Kale and Ginger Supergreen for me!
CHOCOLATE!!!
i love chocolate and coconut together
kale ginger
oh my gosh, that coconut mango sounds so good….
chocolate coconut almond sounds so yummy
Breakfast Blend for sure
BLueberry and Pomegrante
I want to try Chocolate Coconut!
peanut butter & banana
The vanilla protein and breakfast blend both sound awesome!
Supergreens with Kale + Ginger
Blueberry + Pomegranate.
Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk sounds really good to me.
The SuperGreen Smoothie
when it comes to smoothies I love them and want to try them all thank you for the giveaway
I’d like to try almond and chocolate
VANILLA FOR ME
Definitely the Strawberry + Banana smoothie! 🙂
The Amazon Cherry smoothie listed on their website looks really good!
Peanut Butter and Banana
chocolate coconut
The Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk has my mouth watering. 😀
the chocolate coconut
amazon cherry
I’d like to try blueberry & pomegranate
Would love to try the Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk!!
SuperGreens Smoothie
The Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk sounds the best to me.
chocolate coconut smoothie
Chocolate Coconut. YUM
Thanks for the chance.
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SuperGreen Smoothie with Kale and Ginger
chocolate coconut
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I think the Chocolate, Almond, and Coconut Milk Protein sounds fantastic!
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Supergreen smoothie
Vanilla!
Strawberry + Banana would be my fusion of choice!
The supergreens with kale and ginger
The Chocolate Coconut!
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The Protien vanilla smoothie sounds great
Vanilla Smoothie
The Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk smoothie sounds delicious. 🙂 Thank you.
chocolate and coconut sounds great to me!
Protein Vanilla smoothie
chocolate coconut
want to try the Vanilla Smoothie
I’d like to try Kale and Ginger.
peanut butter & banana
I’d like the Energy and Super Greens smoothies.
the coconut mango
I like the Vanilla Smoothie.
The Blended Breakfast one sounds yummy
chocolate coconut
I want to try the ACAÍ WITH STRAWBERRY + BANANA
i can’t wait to try the mocha java
I would like to try the Chocolate Almond
I would love to try either the Peanut Butter and Banana, or the Strawberry and Banana with Acai
I’d like to try a peanut butter and banana.
id love the Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk
chocolate coconut
jagar0047 at yahoo dot com
I’d like to try the Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk smoothie.
i want to try mocha java
Kale Ginger
I want to try the ginger kale
THe peanut butter banana sounds yummy!
I would like to try the Peanut Butter and Banana.
chocolate almond
The SuperGreen Smoothie
Acaí
with Strawberry + Banana
Vanilla
SuperGreens!!
The chocolate coconut smoothie
BLENDED BREAKFAST
SUPERFOOD SMOOTHIE
I’d love the mocha java