Avocado Smoothies
Smoothies are a great way to gain the proper nutrition you need to get your day started, but if you’ve been drinking smoothies for a while and you’ve stuck with the general fruits and veggies that everyone else uses, things can become a little too routine. Branching out and trying to different types of these wonderful, vitamin packed nutrient sources keeps it fresh, and makes your diet more interesting.
How to Use Avocado in Smoothies
One amazing addition to a smoothie can be avocado. These fruits are packed with omega 3 fatty acids and other useful chemicals, so this article will show you ways to use avocado in your smoothies.
Avocado/Melon Breakfast Smoothie
When you’re in a hurry and you need to get your brain going, there are few things more helpful than a nutritionally accessible smoothie drink. Melons are known for their nutritious flesh, but the real MVP here is the avocado. Avocados contain more potassium than bananas, so eating avocado has the potential to reduce the chances of a cardiac event. It’s weird to think that sitting down to enjoy such a great tasting drink could play a hand in saving your life. Just blend and serve! Makes one serving.
What You Need
½ fresh avocado
½ cup honeydew melon cubes
¾ teaspoon lime juice
½ cup fat-free milk
½ cup fat-free plain yogurt
¼ cup apple juice
½ tablespoon of honey
Avocado/Berry Smoothie
Berries are a staple of many smoothies, and they should. Berries taste great and are very good for you. That’s why this avocado smoothie gets the number 2 spot on this short list. Blueberries are one of the best berries you can put in a smoothie, and their antioxidant properties are well known. The addition of avocado is nothing short of genius because avocado are definitely a super food in that they contain over 20 essential nutrients and are high in fiber. All you need for this is a blender and you’ll be ready in minutes. This makes two large servings.
What You Need
1 cup orange juice
½ avocado
¾ cup frozen blueberries
½ cup frozen raspberries
1 peeled kiwi
1 banana
½ cup ice
Avocado Power Mango Smoothie
This smoothie has some really great taste and is great reducing inflammation. Avocado contains a wealth of extremely beneficial fats that will help your body to absorb nutrients better, and well as provide your tissues with chemicals that help improve elasticity and flexibility. The mango and avocado also contain a nice dose of carbohydrates to help get your mind ready for the day. This recipe makes 2 servings.
What You Need
¼ cup of fresh avocado
½ tbsp minced ginger
¼ cup frozen mango cubes
¼ cup plain low fat yogurt
½ tbsp lemon juice
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
1 cup of water
1 cup of ice cubes