Description
This Berry Avocado Power Smoothie is a creamy, nutrient-dense drink perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. Combining the healthy fats of avocado with antioxidant-rich berries, fresh spinach, and protein powder, it offers a delicious way to stabilize blood sugar and fuel your day like a guilt-free dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Produce
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Pantry
- 1 scoop protein powder (preferably plant or whey based)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Scoop out half of a ripe avocado and wash the fresh spinach and mixed berries thoroughly to remove any dirt or residues.
- Add to Blender: Place the avocado, spinach, mixed berries, protein powder, and unsweetened almond milk into a high-speed blender container.
- Blend Smoothly: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring that all the spinach leaves and berries are fully pureed.
- Adjust Consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash of almond milk and blend again to reach your preferred consistency.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for the freshest taste and maximum nutrient benefits.
Notes
- Use ripe avocado for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Choose unsweetened almond milk to keep sugar content low.
- Frozen berries can be used if fresh are unavailable; they will also chill the smoothie naturally.
- Adjust the protein powder quantity to your dietary needs or omit if preferred.
- For an extra boost, add a teaspoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (about 12 oz)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Berry Avocado Smoothie, Healthy Smoothie, Protein Smoothie, Low Sugar Smoothie, Vegan Smoothie
