Healthy Avocado and Banana Smoothie Recipe

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Looking for a quick and healthy smoothie recipe? Try out this Healthy Avocado and Banana Smoothie, a refreshing blend of avocado and banana with heart-healthy fats, creaminess, refreshing ice, iron-rich spinach, and just a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Made with just a few wholesome and simple ingredients.

A creamy green avocado banana smoothie served in a glass jar with a metal straw. The smoothie is topped with a fresh spinach leaf and a small banana slice. In the background, a whole banana and a halved avocado with the pit are placed on a light surface, with a neutral-colored napkin nearby. The image has a clean and minimal aesthetic, highlighting the fresh, wholesome ingredients used to make this nourishing smoothie.

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Ingredients:

To get started making this creamy fresh avocado smoothie recipe, you’ll first want to gather all your ingredients:

3/4 Cup

Milk

1/2

Small avocado

1/2

Medium ripe banana

1/2 Cup

Spinach

1/2 Cup

Ice

3/4 Teaspoon

Honey

This avocado and banana smoothie is fully customizable—you can use your milk of choice!

Step by Step Instructions:

Step 1: Begin by prepping your ingredients: Peel the banana, scoop out the avocado and discard the pit and skin, give the spinach a good rinse, and measure out everything else you’ll need.

Step 2: Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend on high speed until smooth, or until you reach your desired texture.

Step 3: Pour into a glass and enjoy this refreshing smoothie right away.

Optional Toppings:

Greek yogurt dollop
Coconut cream
Dark chocolate or coconut shavings
Drizzle of honey or maple or agave syrup
Hemp or chia seeds

Tips:

Thick smoothies can be tough to sip through a regular straw. Make them easier (and more enjoyable) to drink by using a jumbo smoothie straw—typically around 10 mm in diameter. These wider straws are perfect for slurping up every last bit of your creamy creation without clogging or frustration!
If your smoothie isn’t sweet enough, feel free to add more honey or your preferred sweetener to taste. If you’d rather not add extra sweetener, make sure to use a ripe banana— the riper it is, the more natural sweetness it will bring to your smoothie

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can avocado smoothie be refrigerated?

You can refrigerate smoothie for a couple of hours in an airtight container to minimize air exposure to slow down oxidation. Depending on how long the smoothie is in the fridge due to oxidation the color might change to a slight brown. Give the smoothie a good shake or stir before consuming.

What milk works best in this smoothie?

Almond milk – light & nutty
Oat milk – extra creamy & naturally sweet
Coconut milk – tropical flavor & rich texture
Soy milk – protein-packed & smooth
Dairy milk – classic & creamy
Coconut Water – subtle sweetness & tropical flavor

Can I use frozen spinach or fruit?

I recommend using frozen bananas for the best texture, while keeping the other ingredients fresh. If you’re using additional frozen fruit, you can skip the ice.

Can I make this smoothie vegan?

Yes, instead of honey use maple syrup and plant based milk.

How can I boost the protein in this smoothie?

Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder or 3/4 cup of Greek yogurt.

How can I make the smoothie thicker?

Use frozen bananas to add a creamier texture to smoothies—but to make blending easier, slice them before freezing. Pre-sliced bananas put less strain on your blender and help everything blend smoothly and quickly. Store the slices in freezer-safe bags and be sure to label each bag with the date you froze them—this helps you keep track of freshness and avoid waste.

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