Greek Yogurt Avocado Smoothie (Printer-Friendly)
Creamy blend of Greek yogurt, avocado, and banana creating a smooth, nutritious beverage ready in minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy & Alternatives
01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
02 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
→ Fruits & Vegetables
03 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
04 - 1 small banana, peeled
05 - 1/2 cup baby spinach (optional, for added greens)
→ Sweetener & Flavor
06 - 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (to taste)
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime or lemon juice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
09 - 1 cup ice cubes
# How to Make It:
01 - Place the Greek yogurt, milk, avocado, banana, spinach (if using), honey or maple syrup, lime or lemon juice, vanilla extract, and ice cubes in a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more honey or milk, if desired.
04 - Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creamy avocado makes it feel like a milkshake while packing healthy fats
- This smoothie keeps you satisfied for hours without weighing you down
02 -
- A really ripe avocado makes all the difference in texture so give it a gentle squeeze before buying
- This smoothie thickens up quickly if left sitting so blend and drink immediately
03 -
- Frozen banana works beautifully and makes the smoothie even thicker and colder
- Try adding a pinch of sea salt to make all the flavors pop