Recipe: Avocado Berry Smoothie [Vegan]

People are always telling me how much they love avocados. I suppose it’s because I’m a foodie, but self proclaimed avocado fanatics tend to bring it up in conversation more than I’d expect.

But in my book, you aren’t a true avocado fanatic until you’ve embraced the avocado smoothie. Or the mousse. Or any other delectable sweet avocado concoction that, when mentioned, elicits a look of disgust from the aforementioned “avocado fanatics.” It’s as if non-savory avocado dishes are some kind of taboo; but come on people, they’re fruits!

My family, who are pretty neutral on the avocado-loving spectrum, thought I was crazy when I mentioned that avocado smoothies should be a thing. After two minutes searching for recipes, I found that it was indeed a thing, and decided to make my own: basically just avocado and milk (with some flavorings of course). And my family actually ended up liking it.

This recipe is a slightly more complex version of my original avocado smoothie (which I might also be sharing if people want it), and is pretty much a healthy-skin cocktail: it’s chock full of healthy fats and antioxidants. I’d imagine it’d also be a great pre-workout snack because of the combination of available carbs and fats!

Makes one smoothie.

Ingredients

The amounts are estimates, so play around with the ratios until you get your favorite combos!

• 1/2 avocado
• 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (or fresh berries + 3 ice cubes)
• 1/2 banana, pre-sliced and frozen
• 1-3 tbs protein powder (optional)
• 1 tbs acai powder (optional, but delicious)
• 1/4 cup soy yogurt
• 1/3 cup non-dairy milk (or more to your desired consistency)
• Dash vanilla
• ~1 tsp lemon (or lime juice). If you have a bitter avocado, add more to taste
• Agave nectar if desired
• Handful of kale, oats, or other add-ins

Directions

Combine all ingredients in blender, and blend until smooth, without chunks of frozen fruit or ice. Play with the amounts to find  your favorite ratios!