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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.
Nice to have a rich, tasty smoothie with only a handful of ingredients to start the week. I added some ginger root for the anti-inflammatory boost I need.
I loved the flavor of this, especially the faint tartness. I especially loved that was SO smooth!
Good staple smoothie. Surprised that the Mango seemed to come through as the strongest flavor
Whaou delicious! I didn’t expect that sweet taste. I don’t eat avocados and I’d never thought about mixing these ingredients together. I’ll try it again soon 😉
This was a great smoothie to kick off the week! Ive never made a smoothie with avocado before, but it’s left me feeling full and happy. I think it will carry me very nicely all the way to lunch time. It’s also gently sweet—not too sweet, and i added just a bit of ground flax for a bit of texture.
I like the smoothie. It was ok. Not as tasty as I would like. I added a bit more mango to bring up the taste.
Next time I may use coconut water for base instead of plain water
Pretty good. I like a little citrus so I’d add a small orange or squeeze of lemon or lime.
Smooth and creamy…not bad at all!
Creamy, rich, and nutrient rich. Kept me going strong early all day. Great way to start a sultry summer day.
This smoothie is so thick and creamy! The combo of banana, avocado, and mango really make it smooth and creamy. Like anything with banana, that’s the most forward flavor. The mango adds so nice sweetness and I couldn’t taste the spinach/avocado. YUM
I really enjoyed the creamy texture and light taste. I swapped water for coconut milk – my go-to liquid for smoothies. I will definitely be making this in the future!
I like a thicker smoothie and this one hit the mark. I used frozen avocado chunks and a while banana because I didn’t want to waste the other half. The flavors blended well together.
Smooth and creamy. Delicious!
For being healthy, the taste was pretty good! I felt I had not everyday and motivation throughout the day too. Very simple to make!
Was sure how this one would go over but my 2 boys seemed to think it was OK and drank theirs. Not sure if this will be a favorite but it was definitely tasty. Not quite as filling as our normal morning smoothie.
One of my favorites, although I do add a date. So yummy! Thank you for this amazing recipe! Things that taste this good together and are so good for you.
This is great. I used frozen chopped avocados I had purchased which made this very easy to throw together.