Cherry Avocado Smoothie
Elevate your breakfast or snack time with this creamy and refreshing Cherry Avocado Smoothie, a nutrient-packed blend that’s as delicious as it is wholesome. Bursting with the natural sweetness of frozen cherries and the velvety texture of ripe avocado, this smoothie is perfectly balanced with unsweetened almond milk and a hint of vanilla extract. Optional Greek yogurt adds an extra layer of creaminess, while a touch of honey or maple syrup allows you to customize the sweetness to your liking. Ready in just 5 minutes, this antioxidant-rich smoothie is a fantastic way to start your day or refuel after a workout. Naturally gluten-free and easily customizable, it’s the perfect smoothie for a health-conscious and flavor-loving crowd!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Frozen cherries
- 0.5 piece Ripe avocado
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
1. Start by preparing your ingredients. If your cherries are not already pitted, pit them, and slice the avocado to remove the seed and scoop out half of the flesh.
2. In a blender, add the frozen cherries, half an avocado, and unsweetened almond milk. Blend until slightly combined.
3. Add the Greek yogurt (if using), honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice cubes to the blender.
4. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.
5. Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding a little more honey or maple syrup if desired.
6. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your Cherry Avocado Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.1 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 193 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 550 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1076 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
