Creamy Avocado Citrus Smoothie (Printable Version)
Vibrant blend of avocado, citrus, and subtle sweetness offering creamy, nutrient-rich refreshment.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
02 - 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
03 - 1/2 lime, juiced
→ Liquids
04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
→ Sweetener
05 - 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
→ Add-ons
06 - 1/2 cup ice cubes
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of sea salt
# How to Make It:
01 - Add the avocado, orange segments, lime juice, almond milk, maple syrup or honey, ice cubes, vanilla extract if using, and sea salt to a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
03 - Taste the smoothie and add more maple syrup or honey if additional sweetness is desired.
04 - Pour into glasses and serve right away, garnished with a slice of lime or orange if preferred.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The healthy fats from avocado keep you satisfied for hours without that heavy breakfast feeling
- It comes together in literally five minutes with almost zero cleanup involved
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- Overripe avocados work best here so dont be afraid to use ones that are too mushy for anything else
- The ice is non-negotiable—it creates that creamy, frothy texture that makes this feel like a milkshake
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- A perfectly ripe avocado should yield slightly to gentle pressure but still feel firm
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly than cold ones straight from the fridge