Avocado & Apple Smoothie

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🥑🍏 Avocado & Apple Smoothie

Description

A creamy, refreshing, and nutrient-packed smoothie that blends the richness of avocado with the natural sweetness of apple. This drink is perfect for breakfast, a quick snack, or a post-workout refuel. The avocado adds a silky texture and healthy fats, while apples bring fiber and a crisp, fruity flavor

    Ingredients For Avocado & Apple Smoothie

  • 1 ripe avocado (peeled & pitted)

  • 1 medium apple (green or red, cored & chopped)

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or regular milk)

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)

  • 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)

  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional for warmth)

  • 4–5 ice cubes

🥤 Instructions

  1. Add chopped apple, avocado, yogurt, and milk into a blender.

  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.

  3. Taste and adjust sweetness with honey/maple syrup.

  4. Add ice cubes and blend again until chilled.

  5. Pour into a glass, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top (optional), and serve immediately.

🍴 Servings

  • Makes 2 servings

📝 Notes

  • Use a green apple for a tart, refreshing flavor or a red apple for natural sweetness.

  • If you like thinner smoothies, add extra milk or water.

  • You can make it dairy-free by skipping yogurt or using coconut/soy yogurt.

  • Add a handful of spinach or kale for a green smoothie boost.

💡 Tips

  • To prevent apple browning before blending, toss chopped apple with a little lemon juice.

  • Chill the apple and avocado beforehand for an extra refreshing smoothie.

  • For a protein boost, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder.

  • If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, blend in half a banana.

📊 Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)

  • Calories: 220

  • Protein: 6 g

  • Fat: 12 g (healthy fats from avocado)

  • Carbohydrates: 25 g

  • Fiber: 7 g

  • Sugar: 14 g

🌟 Benefits

  • Avocado → rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, supports heart health.

  • Apple → high in fiber, aids digestion, supports weight management.

  • Yogurt → adds protein & probiotics for gut health.

  • Cinnamon → helps regulate blood sugar levels.

❓ Q&A for Avocado & Apple Smoothie

Q: Can I store this smoothie?
A: Best enjoyed fresh. If storing, keep in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 12 hours. Stir before drinking.

Q: Which apple is best for this recipe?
A: Green apples (like Granny Smith) give a tangy taste, while red apples make it naturally sweeter.

Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes! Use almond/coconut milk and dairy-free yogurt.

Q: Is this smoothie good for weight loss?
A: Yes, it’s filling, low in added sugar, and packed with fiber and healthy fats that keep you full longer.

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