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!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 2

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	816.2 grams (816.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	492

Total Fat 30.10g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.10g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 1mg	0%
Sodium 260mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate 53.40g	19%
Dietary Fiber 17.70g	63%
Total Sugars 21.10g
Protein 10.00g	20%

Vitamin D 132IU	659%
Calcium 761mg	59%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1337mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 40.7%