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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.
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
Nutrition
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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.
Loved this smoothie! It’s super creamy & delish!
Oops…I guess I jumped ahead. Made this a few days ago and commented, but happy to leave my comments again. I loved this smoothie and will gladly start over again today so I am on the same page as everyone. Super creamy and delicious! I used half water/half coconut milk added a scoop of vanilla protein powder and a teaspoon of bee pollen.
Delicious! A great, simple smoothie to start out the week. I haven’t experimented with avocado in my smoothie before and was pleasantly surprised!
Very lite and enjoyable. Not as sweet as a lot of smoothies. I will do it again but will add protein powder for a complete meal.
Delicious! Pleasantly surprised how adding avocado to a smoothie can make it so creamy. Very well balanced ingredients and an excellent way to start your day. I’m really excited about this amazing 10-Day challenge.
I had no idea avocado would taste good in a smoothie. This smoothie tasted so rich, we are keeping this as regular breakfast.
Very lite tasting. Not real sweet but very enjoyable. Yes I will be having this one again. In the future I will add some protein powder for a complete meal
It was good, very creamy!
I added an additional 2 cups of spinach to my smoothie along with 1/4 cup of water, because I enjoy upping my greens consumption. I love the way avocado makes the smoothie so smooth and filling. Definitely a favorite!
I have made this smoothie before. Sometimes with pear instead of banana. I always add a bit more spinach and a few cubes of ice to chill. Love it.
Loved the creaminess of this smoothie. I’d like more flavor (maybe a squeeze of citrus), but it was good.
I love this smoothie! Super creamy and the avocado balances the sweetness of the banana.
I knew I was going to love this smoothie, banana and avocado is my favorite to use for a smoothie. I am trying intermittent fasting, and it was the perfect way to open my window.
Yummy! So rich & creamy! Love this smoothie!❤️
Super creamy!!! Love the avocado:)
This is the most creamy smoothie I have ever had. It taste so good I have it a5 star for sure.
My first taste was like “ohhh this tastes like ice cream” as I used both frozen bananas and mango. So very yummy!
Quick and easy to make. Quite tasty. It’s creamy and sweet.
Tastes healthy! Lol. Really good but I did add a touch of vanilla extract. Love the health benefits of avocado!