Greek Yogurt Avocado Smoothie (Printable Version)
A creamy blend of Greek yogurt and avocado, naturally sweetened and perfect for quick, healthy breakfasts or snacks.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy & Alternatives
01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
02 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
→ Fruits & Vegetables
03 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
04 - 1 small banana, peeled
05 - 1/2 cup baby spinach
→ Sweetener & Flavor
06 - 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime or lemon juice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 1 cup ice cubes
# How To Make It:
01 - Add Greek yogurt, milk, avocado, banana, spinach, honey or maple syrup, lime juice, vanilla extract, and ice cubes into the blender container.
02 - Process on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
03 - Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more honey or milk if desired.
04 - Pour into glasses and enjoy right away for the best texture and flavor.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creamy avocado cuts through Greek yogurt's tang without needing heavy dairy or bananas as your only thickener
- This smoothie keeps you full for hours thanks to the protein and healthy fat combo that actually powers you through busy mornings
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- Avocado oxidizes and can turn slightly brownish if this sits too long, so drink it within 15 minutes of blending for the best color
- If your blender struggles with the avocado's creaminess, add your milk first before the other ingredients to help everything move more freely
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- Let your blender run longer than you think necessary, at least 60 seconds, to break down any tiny avocado chunks for that silky smooth texture
- A high speed blender makes a noticeable difference here, but even a standard one will work if you're patient and stop to scrape down the sides