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Avocado is one of my favorite ingredients for smoothies. It makes them lusciously creamy like a milkshake, satisfying enough to keep you full (thank you healthy fats and fiber!), and with their healthy fats, fiber, and omega-3s, avocados are nutrition powerhouse. While avocado can taste bland and have an odd texture in a smoothie on its own, if you pair it with the right accompanying ingredients, it tastes delicious and luxurious.

This Apple Avocado Smoothie and this Mint Smoothie are two of my favorite avocado smoothie recipes. Frozen banana provides sweetness and each has a zippy ingredient to bring the smoothie to life (similar to the idea of adding lime juice to guacamole to brighten it).Another great ingredient to pair with avocado in a smoothie is blueberries. Their tartness livens up the more mild avocado.

As a bonus, blueberries cover up the green color, so if you have skeptics who shy away from a verdant Green Smoothie or Kale Pineapple Smoothie, they will be none the wiser here. I initially picked the other ingredients for this smoothie (blueberries; spinach; avocado; almond butter) because they would make the smoothie filling enough to stand in for a meal and also work well with avocado. After doing some research, however, I learned that, like avocado, they’re great for promoting healthy, glowing skin!

Antioxidants. Such as vitamin C, remove toxins from the body, and fight inflammation. (This Turmeric Smoothie is also good for inflammation.)Fiber. Another inflammation fighter that also improves circulation and boosts the supply of oxygen and nutrients going to your skin cells.Healthy Fats. Help your skin hold on to water and stay moisturized.

Even if you aren’t looking to boost your skin’s appearance, this power-house avocado smoothie is an excellent one to have in your healthy meal routine (right along with this Oatmeal Smoothie).

How to Make a Yummy Avocado Smoothie

If you’re asking yourself if avocados are good in smoothies, the answer is: yes!

Avocado makes this smoothie ultra-rich and satisfying.Paired with sweet banana and tart blueberries, it’s, without a doubt, one of the naturally sweetest and creamiest smoothies I’ve made in a long time.

This avocado banana smoothie is higher in calories as a result of higher-calorie ingredients like avocado and almond butter, but they are good calories. Each of these ingredients is nutrient dense and helps this smoothie keep you fuller for longer, so you won’t be reaching for a snack within an hour of drinking it.

The Ingredients

Avocado. A great source of vitamins C, E, K, and B6, avocados are also an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and healthy fats to keep you full, and contain zero cholesterol. Use ripe avocados (but not ones whose flesh has begun turning brown and mushy).Blueberries. One of my favorite superfoods (also used in this Blueberry Smoothie) that are jam-packed with antioxidants (like vitamin C and anthocyanin) and other vitamins and minerals (like iron, calcium, and zinc) which offer benefits for both the bones and skin.

Banana. Up the creaminess factor of this healthy avocado smoothie recipe while contributing extra fiber and tons of potassium.

Spinach. I always like to sneak in a handful of greens into my smoothies (see this Blueberry Spinach Smoothie) for extra iron, vitamin K, and folate.

Almond Butter. For additional healthy fats and fiber, along with a daily dose of vitamin E, magnesium, and riboflavin.

Flax Seed. Help thicken the smoothie and contribute additional vitamins, minerals, and omega-3s. Chia seeds or hemp seeds are a nice alternative if you don’t have flax seeds in your pantry.Almond Milk. My vegan go-to choice for countless smoothie recipes (like this Greek Yogurt Smoothie).

Cinnamon. For just a hint of warm spice that compliments the blueberries (I also love adding it to this Blackberry Smoothie).

The Directions

Storage Tips

To Store. Smoothies are best enjoyed right after they’re made. However, you can save leftover smoothie for later or make ahead. Store in an airtight container and enjoy within a few hours to best taste and texture.

Banish the blues and get your glow on with this blueberry avocado smoothie!

Chocolate Avocado Smoothie. Add 2 teaspoons cocoa powder or chocolate protein powder, and 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup to taste.High Protein. Add 1 scoop of your favorite chocolate protein powder or vanilla protein powder.Tropical Avocado Smoothie. Swap the blueberries for mango and/or pineapple and use fresh orange juice in place of all or part of the almond milk.Vanilla Kiss. Just about any smoothie tastes excellent with a splash of pure vanilla extract.

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