Healthier Avocado Smoothie
Elevate your morning routine with this creamy, nutrient-packed Healthier Avocado Smoothie! Loaded with wholesome ingredients like ripe avocado, baby spinach, and frozen banana, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between flavor and nutrition. Unsweetened almond milk and a hint of Greek yogurt create a velvety texture, while chia seeds add a boost of omega-3s and fiber. For a naturally sweet option, a touch of honey or maple syrup can be added to taste. Ready in just five minutes, this vibrant green smoothie is a refreshing, energy-boosting way to start your day—or enjoy as an afternoon pick-me-up. Perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast or post-workout snack, this recipe is vegan-friendly (if you skip the yogurt or use a plant-based alternative) and easily customizable to suit your taste buds. Healthy, delicious, and effortlessly satisfying—this avocado smoothie is sure to become your go-to blend for clean eating!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 medium frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a blender.
Step 2
Add the unsweetened almond milk, baby spinach, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, and chia seeds to the blender.
Step 3
If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add honey or maple syrup.
Step 4
Toss in the ice cubes for a refreshing chill.
Step 5
Blend the ingredients on high until smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.
Step 6
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or maple syrup.
Step 7
Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your healthy avocado smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (816.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 491.7 |
| Total Fat 30.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 260.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.1g | |
| Protein 10.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 131.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 761.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1337.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories