Avocados are super nutritious. They are also incredibly delicious. To top it all off, they make a very easy, yummy smoothie. Make this recipe just once and you will find out instantly how tasty an avocado smoothie can be.

Are Avocados Healthy?

Is drinking avocado smoothie good for you? Yes! Avocados are very healthy. That is one reason why we love them so much. There is a whole lot of nutrition packed into that one little fruit (yes, avocados are fruits!). Here are just a few of the health benefits of avocados:

Rich in Nutrients- Avocados are packed with vitamins C, E, K and B6.
Healthy Fats- Avocados are full of healthy fats. They make you feel full in between meals and will even help slow the breakdown of carbohydrates which keeps your blood sugar levels stable.
Heart Healthy- Avocados are full of a plant sterol called beta sitosterol. This helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels which is very important for heart health.
Improve Fetal Health- One avocado has about 160 micrograms of folate, an important nutrient for fetal health.
Lower risk of depression- Folate has also been shown to lower the risk of depression by improving circulation of nutrients to the brain.
Improve Digestion- The high levels of fiber in avocados helps improve digestion, reduce constipation and even help prevent colon cancer.

There are just so many reasons why avocados should be a regular part of your diet. Our avocado smoothie recipe is an easy way to make that happen!

Ingredients for an Avocado Smoothie

Now that you are probably thinking you need more avocados in your diet, you may be wondering what you need to make a tasty avocado smoothie. You will need more than just an avocado in a blender! Here are the ingredient you need to make a avocado smoothie:

Avocado- A ripe avocado is the key to this recipe. Ripe avocados are sweeter and more flavorful than unripe fruit. Since avocado is the main ingredient in this recipe, you want to be sure you have the tastiest avocados possible.
Coconut Milk- We like to use coconut milk since it is dairy free. It also has a nice tropical flavor that goes well with avocado. Coconut milk is a little thinner than regular whole milk which helps with the texture of the drink. Avocado will make the drink nice and thick so a heavy milk is not necessary.
Vanilla- Vanilla is always a good addition to a smoothie. It enhances the flavor of the drink and makes it subtly sweeter.
Salt- Just like vanilla, salt increases the flavor of a smoothie. It is kind of like a secret ingredient that can transform a drink from basic to incredible. Just remember that a tiny bit will work- you don’t want an overly salty drink!
Maple Syrup- Avocado smoothies need to be sweetened. You want your drink to be pleasurable and tasty and since avocado is not naturally sweet, you have to add some sugar in! We use maple syrup which has a rich, luxurious taste. It is also completely natural and vegan just in case you are looking for a vegan avocado smoothie recipe!
Ice- Ice not only chills our smoothie, but it also makes it thick and creamy.

We recommend having these ingredients on hand at all times- you are going to want to make this smoothie as often as possible! You should at least have a few avocados in your kitchen, ripening on the counter, getting ready to be used at a moment's notice.

How to Make an Avocado Smoothie

Smoothies are so easy. Just another reason why we love them so much. It takes a matter of minutes to make a smoothie. Seconds, even. All you need to do it:

Remove the skin from your avocado and discard the pit. Scoop the avocado into a blender.
Add all the remaining ingredients into the blender and puree.
Let the blender run for at least a minute to really crush the ice and make the smoothie extra creamy.
Pour the smoothie into two tall glasses and enjoy!

How easy is that? An easy avocado smoothie recipe like this is just unbelievable. It is healthy, it is easy and it is also a super cool color. How can you say no to a big green glass?!

So do you think you are going to make this recipe part of your daily routine? It would be a fantastic way to start your morning or a delicious snack for the middle of the day. No matter when you make your avocado smoothie, it is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Enjoy!

You Asked, We Answered

When making a new recipe, we always have a lot of questions. If you have questions too, just leave them in the comment section below and we will answer ASAP! In the meantime, take a look at these FAQ’s and answers and hopefully they will help you out.

What fruit goes well with avocado?

While our avocado smoothie recipe is purely focused on the avocado, you can always add some fruit to the mix to make it even more exciting. There are a lot of fruits that go with avocado. Strawberry, grapefruit, coconut, pineapple, grape, kiwi, mango and even peach all taste great with avocado. If you want to jazz up this recipe a bit, try adding a cup of frozen fruit. It will taste great!

Is avocado good in a smoothie?

Avocado is definitely good in a smoothie. Not only do avocados have a nice, earthy taste, they also help make smoothies thick and creamy. A ripe avocado is dense and thick. They blend really well into smoothies and the fats in the avocado can help bind the ingredients in the smoothie together, preventing separation in the glass. You really should add avocado to every smoothie you ever make.

Can I mix avocado with milk?

Rich, buttery fruits go well with milk. This means that avocado and milk are a good match. Both ingredients blend together nicely, making a creamy, delicious smoothie. While our recipe uses coconut milk, you can really feel free to use any kind of milk you’d like. You can’t go wrong!

Easy Avocado Smoothie Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Recipe by Mocktail.net

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Ingredients

1 ripe avocado
3 cups coconut milk, cold
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup maple syrup
1 cup ice

Directions

Add all of the ingredients to a blender and puree until smooth.
Pour into two glasses and enjoy cold.

Tips and Tricks

• Make sure your avocado is ripe. Ripe avocados will give a little when squeezed. The pit will also pop out easily and the flesh will scoop away from the avocado skin nicely as well.
• Use any kind of milk to make this recipe. We like the tropical taste of coconut milk but skim milk, 2% milk, almond milk or soy milk will all work great.
Tools:
• Measuring spoons
• Measuring cup
• Blender