Shanthi Appelö is a registered dietitian and health and wellness spokesperson for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan based in Detroit. Passionate about the science of nutrition and behavior, Shanthi has experience working in clinical nutrition, public health and teaching in the university setting. She earned her Master of Science in Public Health Nutrition from the University of Tennessee and has a research background in maternal and child health nutrition and public health, as well as a Certificate of Training in Obesity Interventions from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. In her free time, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, exploring the outdoors, working on art and spending time with family.
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie Bowl
Serving Amount
Ingredients
11⁄2 frozen banana, halved
1⁄2 fresh banana, halved
1⁄4 cup Greek yogurt
3⁄4 cup milk
1⁄4 cup 100% pumpkin puree
2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
2 Tbsp. pumpkin seeds
1⁄4 cup granola
Instructions
Step 1
In a blender, add the frozen banana, milk, pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. Blend until smooth.
Step 2
Spoon the mixture into a bowl. Top with additional pumpkin pie spice, pumpkin seeds and a sprinkle of granola.
