Vegan Creamy Avocado Smoothie
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this Vegan Creamy Avocado Smoothie, a nutrient-packed blend that’s as refreshing as it is satisfying. Featuring the rich creaminess of ripe avocado and banana, paired with the subtle sweetness of pure maple syrup, this recipe is a delightful way to fuel your day. The addition of fresh spinach and a zingy splash of lime juice gives it a vibrant, refreshing lift, while chia seeds provide a boost of fiber and omega-3s. Made with unsweetened almond milk and chilled with ice cubes, this smoothie is a quick, dairy-free option perfect for breakfast, a post-workout treat, or a midday energy boost. Ready in just 5 minutes, this velvety green smoothie is as delicious as it is nourishing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole ripe avocado
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 whole ripe banana
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out into a blender.
Peel the ripe banana and add it to the blender.
Add the fresh spinach to the blender, ensuring any tough stems are removed beforehand.
Pour the unsweetened almond milk into the blender.
Add the pure maple syrup, lime juice, and chia seeds to the mixture.
Add the ice cubes for a chilled and refreshing texture.
Blend all the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness or lime juice according to your preference, if needed.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 184 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 556 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1377 mg | 29% | |
*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.
