Creamy Avocado Smoothie Recipe

With just 5 simple ingredients, this nutrient-packed avocado smoothie recipe blends up in minutes for a satisfying breakfast or hearty snack. I often drink this smoothie as my lunch when I’m glued to my laptop and not moving very much.

Why this Avocado Smoothie Recipe Rawks

I like that it’s not heavy on the calories, yet it’s quite filling due to the fiber, healthy fats and protein. This best avocado smoothie recipe actually keeps me full for hours, which is impressive. To make this recipe, all you need are 5 plant-based ingredients. How can you go wrong with a smoothie recipe loaded with tasty, good for you ingredients?!

Avocado is the rawkstar of this smoothie. Avocado contains 26% of the RDI of vitamin K, 20% of the RDI of folate, and a whooping 15 grams of healthy fat, as well as more potassium than a banana (for real!). Cashews + cashew milk are another healthy fat and provide great protein for this avocado smoothie. When trying to make any smoothie creamier, I often throw in a handful of cashews.

Spinach is a powerhouse leafy green that shines in this healthy avocado shake. Spinach is rich in antioxidants, and provides 2.9 grams of protein per serving, plus a mild taste that is easy to add to many smoothie recipes. Pineapple provides the tropical kick to this smoothie. It pairs so nicely with the avocado and cashews. The pineapple is naturally boosted with vitamin C, bringing that powerhouse vitamin to this amazing smoothie.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Experience my creative and simple avocado smoothie, packed with nutrients for a delicious and healthy boost with only 5 simple ingredients.

• Cashew Milk: A creamy, versatile dairy-free base for smoothies. Look for unsweetened varieties in the refrigerated or shelf-stable section for the best flavor. You can learn how to make cashew milk as well.
• Spinach: A mild-flavored leafy green that blends seamlessly into smoothies. Choose fresh, vibrant leaves, and opt for organic if available.
• Raw Cashews: Adds a naturally creamy texture and subtle nuttiness. Soak them beforehand for extra smoothness and buy raw, unsalted ones for the best results.
• Avocado: Provides a rich, velvety texture and mild flavor. Pick a ripe avocado that feels slightly soft but not mushy.
• Frozen Pineapple: Brings a sweet, tropical taste and helps thicken the smoothie. Choose frozen chunks without added sugar for a natural flavor.
• Homemade Protein Powder (Optional): Boosts the smoothie’s protein content with customizable options. Use a neutral or vanilla flavor to complement the ingredients.

How to Make an Avocado Smoothie Recipe

1. First blend the cashew milk, spinach, and cashews together until creamy.
2. Add in the remaining ingredients and blend again. This 2x blending process helps all the ingredients to break down properly in most standard blenders. If you have a high-powered blender, then just dump all 5 ingredients in at once and watch the magic happen.

Easy Swaps

• Pineapple Swap: Use mango or a stone fruit like peach or nectarine for a similar sweet, tropical flavor.
• Milk Alternatives: Swap cashew milk with carton coconut milk (not full fat) or almond milk for a creamy, dairy-free base.
• Leafy Greens Swap: Try Swiss chard or baby kale as an alternative to spinach for a mild, nutritious addition to your smoothie.
• Cashew Swap: Swap cashews with hemp hearts to maintain the creamy texture and healthy fat content.

More Smoothies with Avocado

Don’t be afraid to take any of my green smoothie recipes and toss in 1/4 to 1/2 avocado for smoothie per serving, to get some great fat benefits. Your skin and body will thank you! I love using avocado in smoothies as a healthy fat, to up the cream factor, and for more nutrients. Here are some of my other fav smoothies that use avocado:

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