Craving a creamy, nutritious start to your day? This avocado banana smoothie blends the natural sweetness of bananas with the rich, buttery texture of avocado, creating a delicious, energy-boosting treat that's as satisfying as it is simple.
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Why Avocado Banana Smoothie Stands Out
The avocado banana smoothie stands out for four key reasons:
- Creamy Texture: Avocado adds a rich, velvety texture, making the smoothie incredibly smooth and satisfying.
- Nutrient-Dense: Packed with healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins from both avocado and banana, it's a nutritional powerhouse.
- Natural Sweetness: Bananas provide a natural sweetness, reducing the need for added sugars.
- Sustained Energy: The combination of healthy fats and carbs offers lasting energy, perfect for breakfast or a midday boost.
Key Recipe Ingredients
To make an avocado banana smoothie, you'll need the following key ingredients:
- Ripe Banana: Adds natural sweetness and a creamy texture.
- Ripe Avocado: Contributes richness and healthy fats.
- Milk or Plant-Based Milk: Provides the liquid base and enhances creaminess.
- Honey or Maple Syrup (optional): For added sweetness if desired.
Substitutions And Variations
Here are some substitutions and variations you can try for an avocado banana smoothie:
Substitutions:
- Milk: Replace regular milk with almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk, or soy milk for a dairy-free or vegan option.
- Banana: Swap out the banana for mango, pineapple, or berries for a different flavor profile.
- Sweetener: Use dates, agave syrup, or a pinch of stevia instead of honey or maple syrup.
- Avocado: Substitute avocado with Greek yogurt for a similar creamy texture, though with a different flavor and nutritional profile.
Variations:
- Green Smoothie: Add a handful of spinach or kale for an extra nutrient boost without altering the taste significantly.
- Protein Boost: Blend in a scoop of protein powder, chia seeds, or flaxseeds to increase the protein content.
- Chocolate Delight: Mix in a tablespoon of cocoa powder or use chocolate-flavored protein powder for a dessert-like treat.
- Spice It Up: Add a pinch of cinnamon or ginger for a warming spice note.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Avocado banana smoothie?
Avocado and banana smoothie is a creamy, delicious smoothie that is refreshing and healthy.
How to make it vegan?
Instead of regular milk, go for plant based milk like almond or coconut milk.
Can I skip the milk?
Yes, instead of milk use water, that flavor and texture will almost be the same.
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Tips
- Ensure that the avocado is not too ripe; it will ruin the smoothie's taste.
- The avocado shouldn’t be too firm either; firm avocados are not sweet and have a hint of bitterness. The same scenario applies to bananas, so make sure that you use fresh and ripe fruits for this smoothie recipe.
- Regarding milk, I never use skim milk for any of my smoothie recipes! Coconut milk and almond milk are great for this recipe.
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📖 Recipe
Avocado Banana Smoothie Recipe
Don't enjoy this delicious and creamy smoothie in the Summer but make it your go-to smoothie all year long. This smoothie taste like Ice cream!
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Servings: 3 people
Calories: 201kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup avocado cut into cubes
- ¾ cup sliced banana
- 2 ½ tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- Whipped cream (for garnishing) optional
- Honey optional
Instructions
- In a blender, add the avocado, banana, sugar, and milk. Blend until smooth.
- If you want to use ice cubes, reduce the amount of milk to a ¾ cup.
- Top the smoothie with whipped cream and honey if you wish.
Notes
- Use ripe banana and avocado.
- Instead of milk, go for almond milk, coconut milk, or even water.
- For a thicker smoothie, add some ice cubes to the blender.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 499mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 229IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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Alexandria
This looks so yummy! I’ll have to try the recipe!
munatycooking
Let me know how you liked it 🙂
Lynda H
I wonder why I never thought of making a smoothie with bananas and avocados! I used to give my kids banana and avocado when they were babies and always liked the way they mashed up smoothly, as you say, like ice-cream.
munatycooking
I had this smoothie when I was much younger and I still crave it, the banana avocado smoothie is just delicious!
Victoria Fiermont
This looks amazing! I've started prepping smoothies ahead of time, and I currently have 14 smoothie packs in my freezer. I will have to add this in next time I prep!
munatycooking
Hope you enjoy it!
Erin Haugerud
Oh yum this looks so god! I’m gonna have to try this!
munatycooking
Thanks Erin 🙂
Chloe @callmecoco.co
Thanks for sharing, this smoothie looks amazing! I never tried avocado in a smoothie, I should give it a go
munatycooking
You are welcome!
Mallaury
My kids LOOOOVE bananas and avocadoes. Pretty they'd just eat those 2 things all day every day if I allowed them lol. I might just give a try! The only change I'd make is omit the sugar. Will be pinning this so I don't forget it!
munatycooking
Thank you and hope your kids enjoy the smoothie!
adriana
This sounds SO good! I love avocado and love banana - I know I'd love this! I'm obsessed with trying new smoothies so I can't wait to try this out!
munatycooking
I'm sure you'll enjoy it 🙂
Dr. K. Lee Banks
I love making smoothies, and often add both avocados and bananas to my smoothies. Never thought about ONLY those two items, though! Definitely going to try this one. 🙂 Among my favorite smoothies are strawberry banana and a green smoothie made with pineapples, mango, avocado, and spinach.
leah
I could probably get my kiddos to eat bananas using this recipe lol
munatycooking
🙂
FOOD HEAL
I will try this recipe once avocados are much available here. I love both bananas and avocado and I am sure they make a beautiful marriage in this recipe. Thank you
munatycooking
This is one of my favorite smoothies, I had it when I was 13 and went crazy after the taste!