Description
This Avocado Banana Spinach Blueberry Smoothie is a quick, nutritious, and delicious blend perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. Combining creamy avocado and banana with fresh spinach and antioxidant-rich blueberries, this smoothie offers a creamy texture and natural sweetness, enhanced optionally with honey or maple syrup. It’s easy to prepare, refreshing, and packed with vitamins and minerals to fuel your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 banana
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Greens
- 1 cup fresh spinach
Liquids
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
Sweeteners (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Extras (Optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a blender. Peel the banana and add it as well.
- Add Greens: Rinse the spinach thoroughly and place it in the blender.
- Incorporate Blueberries: Add the blueberries to the blender. If using frozen berries, you can skip ice cubes for a smoother consistency.
- Pour in Liquid: Add the almond milk to the blender. Adjust the amount based on your desired smoothie thickness.
- Sweeten It Up (Optional): If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add honey or maple syrup to taste.
- Blend: Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides if needed.
- Adjust Texture: If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more almond milk and blend again.
- Add Ice (Optional): For an extra refreshing smoothie, add ice cubes and blend until combined.
- Taste Test: Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness or creaminess if necessary by adding more sweetener or almond milk.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy right away for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use frozen blueberries and skip ice cubes for a creamy, chilled smoothie.
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk or plant-based milk of your choice.
- Adjust sweetness to your preference or omit sweetener for a naturally sweet smoothie.
- For added protein, consider adding a scoop of your favorite protein powder or a spoonful of nut butter.
- Consume immediately to enjoy the freshest taste and texture.
