Description
This creamy dairy-free avocado smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious blend, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. Packed with fresh spinach, tropical pineapple, and creamy avocado, it offers a delicious way to start your day with wholesome ingredients and optional protein boost.
Ingredients
Fruits & Vegetables
- ½ cup frozen pineapple
- 2 cups packed fresh spinach, or 1 cup frozen spinach
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 frozen banana
Liquids & Flavorings
- ¾ cup light coconut milk, canned or from a carton
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Pinch sea salt
Additional Ingredients
- 8 ice cubes
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the pineapple, spinach, avocado, frozen banana, coconut milk, fresh lime juice, lime zest, maple syrup, sea salt, ice cubes, and vanilla protein powder (if using) into a blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is creamy and smooth, ensuring all the ice and frozen fruits are fully incorporated.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the smoothie and add more maple syrup if you prefer it sweeter. If the smoothie is too thick, pour in additional coconut milk to thin it out, then blend again until you reach the desired consistency.
Notes
- Use ripe avocado for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Frozen banana and pineapple ensure a cold, thick smoothie without diluting it with extra ice.
- Maple syrup can be replaced with honey or agave nectar according to preference.
- Adding protein powder is optional but recommended for a more filling smoothie.
- Adjust spinach quantity to your taste for more greens or milder flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothies
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American