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I’m always on the lookout for quick, healthy, and delicious breakfast or snack I can drink on the go. And let me tell you, I’ve struck gold with this Avocado Banana Smoothie. It’s packed with nutrients, super easy to make, and tastes surprisingly amazing, even with the spinach! Don’t let the green color scare you – this smoothie is a creamy, dreamy avocado banana delight.
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Why You’ll Love It
- Quick and tasty: Blends in minutes with a naturally creamy, refreshing flavor that feels like a treat.
- Balanced meal replacement: Healthy fats, fruit carbs, and about 20 grams of protein help keep you full and energized.
- Nutritional powerhouse: Packed with fiber, potassium, leafy greens, and vitamins to fuel your day the plant-based way.
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Avocado Banana Smoothie Ingredients
- Water is a simple, underrated smoothie base. It keeps the flavor clean, light, and refreshing without overpowering the fruit.
- Avocado adds healthy fats that boost creaminess, help you stay full, and improve vitamin absorption.
- Banana brings natural sweetness and smooth texture that balances the greens.
- Mango adds extra creaminess, masks any “green” taste, and delivers vitamins A and C.
- Protein powder: Adding about 20 grams of unflavored, unsweetened protein powder balances the fats from avocado and carbs from fruit. It helps keep you full, supports muscle recovery, and lets the smoothie’s natural flavors shine without added sugars or fillers.
Expert Tips
We used water as our liquid base to keep the calories down, yet you can use almond milk, oat milk or even coconut water with this avocado smoothie recipe.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Add water and spinach to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth. This helps break down the greens for a creamy base.
- Add avocado, frozen mango, and banana, then blend again until thick and creamy.
- Adjust with more water if needed, taste, and add a squeeze of lemon or lime if desired.
- Add in protein powder and blend on low until thick and creamy to minimize aeration
- Pour and enjoy right away for the best flavor and texture.
Ingredient Swaps
Here’s a few suggestions to help you swap ingredients based on what you have on hand.
- Sweetness: Mango or pear (instead of banana).
- Creaminess/Protein: Greek yogurt.
- Avocado Replacement: Cashews or coconut cream.
- Mango Alternatives: Pineapple, peach, or berries (strawberries or blueberries)
Smoothie Add-Ins
Feel free to experiment by adding other ingredients to this smoothie. Here’s a few I would suggest trying with this avocado banana smoothie recipe:
- Chia seeds: A tablespoon or two adds a boost of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and protein. They have a mild flavor and thicken the smoothie slightly.
- Kale: Don’t be afraid to add more greens! Kale is a nutritional powerhouse with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and antioxidants.
- Ginger: A small piece of fresh ginger adds a zesty kick and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Avocado + Banana Resources
Avocado Banana Smoothie (High-Protein & Creamy)
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup water
- ¼ avocado
- 1 banana
- ½ cup mango frozen
- 1 serving protein powder unsweetened + unflavored
Instructions
- Blend spinach and water on high speed until smooth.
- Add avocado, banana and mango and blend again.
- Add in protein powder and blend on low to mix.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy.
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Notes
- Use at least one frozen fruit to make the smoothie cold or serve over ice.
- If this creamy smoothie is having a hard time blending well in your smoothie then add a bit more water until the blades turn easily on their own.
- Add in a serving of Homemade Protein Powder to have a clean superboost
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Leave a review for a chance to win signed copies of my cookbooks!Common Questions
Add more liquid, such as water, milk (dairy or non-dairy), or juice, a little at a time, and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
Yes, as long as the avocado isn’t overly brown or mushy. A slightly soft avocado is fine for blending.
While the banana contributes sweetness and creaminess, you could try using mango, pear, or even a bit of honey or maple syrup for sweetness. The texture might be slightly different.
Yes, frozen avocado chunks are available and work well in smoothies. They also help make the smoothie colder and thicker.
Yes! The bananas and avocados lend a creaminess to the whole smoothie while boosting the fiber and adding some natural sweetness for a quick energy boost. Avocados are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, reducing cardiovascular disease risk. They’re also rich in potassium, essential for balancing blood pressure.
They sure do. Bananas and avocados blend into a creamy, subtly sweet mix, ideal for smoothies. The banana’s sweetness masks the avocado’s mild flavor, creating a delicious and nutritious combination.
Yum! I love avocados!!! With both this and banana it’s extra creamy & delicious.
Hey Tanya,
This recipe is super creamy and delicious!! =P
Three stars. Omitted the banana as I did not have one at home. I did enjoy the creamy texture.
This smoothie had a very mild flavor, which I liked. I also really loved the creaminess of this smoothie. So good even my hubby liked it!
Hey Cecily,
It’s always a win when you convert a member of your family to a green smoothie lover!!!
Like this one, Jen. It was creamy and green-tasting. Not too sweet but just right. I have enjoyed this challenge and will continue with the green smoothies for sure. Thanks for the fun!
Hey Karen,
Glad this recipe was just right for you!
So happy you joined us for this challenge!!
Yes to this one!!! I love the creaminess and the fact that it is not overly sweet.
I enjoyed the Cream Machine but I had to tweak the recipe. I followed the recipe then added a whole banana , 3 strawberries , a squeeze of Meyer lemon juice and 1/4 cup ice to thin it out.
Hey Sandra,
Way to make this your own where it works for you!!
Happy blending!!
Not enough flavor for me. But I loved the creaminess! I’ve always wanted to try avocado in a smoothie, but never have. That’s why I like challenges! They push me to try new things.
I was out of mangos so I used peaches….i also added some protein powder to it. It was super yummy
Swapping with peaches sounds super delicious too! So glad that you made this work with what you had on hand 🙂
Nice and creamy with both the banana and avocado…it’s like having a dessert for breakfast! RawkOn Rawkstars 🙂 🙂
Now that sounds like my kind of breakfast!! 🙂
The avocado makes this smoothie so creamy. It tastes great!!
We are all about the avocados here! There is nothing better than a delicious creamy smoothie =P
I added a little less avocado than called for as I like the creaminess it adds, but did not want the flavor to be too pronounced. Definitely makes it more filling, too.
Hey Valerie,
Sounds like you are a pro at this already! I am so glad that you were able to make this smoothie work for you.
I like Avis or banana in my smoothies but both is just a bit too much like drinking a dip. Taste is good on this but texture is meh for me.
Hey Rebecca,
Feel free to leave some of the avocados out if you are not feeling it. You will still be getting plenty of plant power goodness!
We loved this one so much, we made it two days in a row. So comforting and creamy on two sub-zero days!
Hey K D,
That is so awesome that you had to drink this one two days in a row. Yay!!
Made this one to take to work today as I work from 11 am to 7 pm! Based on its thickness, I am sure it will hold me through my very busy day! PS….I licked the edge of the blender after making it – absolutely delicious and very thick and creamy!!
Haha That is when you know your smoothie is a good one. When you are licking every last drop
Love it!
Yumm, I added pineapple because I have them. My son is loving it too — can’t never go wrong with spinach and avocado and pineapple – my fav combo!! 😉
I have to agree, Grace!
Way to make this recipe your own 🙂
Can we use almond milk instead of coconut milk?
Of course Ozgur. Just look for a brand that is unsweetened since we’re naturally sweetening with fruits. Happy blending!