Best Avocado Smoothie
Velvety avocado blended with banana and spinach for nutrient-packed, milkshake-thick green smoothie. 5-minute refreshing classic.
Ingredients
- For the Smoothie Base:
- 1 ripe avocado scooped
- 1 frozen banana sliced
- 1 cup 30 g baby spinach
- 1 cup 240 ml coconut milk
- ½ cup 120 ml orange juice
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional Boosts:
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Load blender: Liquids first, then avocado + banana + spinach.
- Add honey + vanilla + boosts.
- Blend low 10 sec, then high 45–60 sec until creamy.
- Adjust with juice or ice; taste.
- Pour into chilled glasses.
- Garnish with chia + mint.
- Serve immediately with straw.
Notes
- Frozen banana = thick, frosty texture; pre-slice.
- Liquids first = smooth blend; no chunks.
- Store in jar up to 24 hrs; shake well.
- Ripe avocado = buttery base; avoid brown spots.
- Vegan naturally; add plant protein to the meal.
- Extra thick: Add ½ avocado or yogurt.