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This Vanilla Avocado Greens smoothie has been a hit in my house since my kids were young.
Years ago, a friend introduced me to the idea of using avocados in milkshakes. It seemed an unusual suggestion to me, but she said I was in for a real treat. Until then, I had only ever had avocados in savory dishes like guacamole, in avocado cream cheese sandwiches, in salads and, of course, as a spread for avocado toast. However in Brazil and some other countries around the world, avocados are used as the main ingredient in many sweet dishes.
My mind was blown by this discovery. I immediately started adding avocado to our morning smoothies and it was an instant game changer. My kids felt like they were getting dessert for breakfast, and after just one taste it was clear why they were so happy.
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Avocado adds all the decadent creaminess you’re used to in a milkshake, which is why it’s often nicknamed “vegan butter.” You get all that luscious texture and rich flavor, no ice cream required.
I keep things simple in this Vanilla Avocado Greens Smoothie. You can really see the difference it makes, but you should certainly get creative and see how versatile avocado can be. Try adding it to any of your favorite smoothies. And if you ever find yourself with an avocado that’s about to be too ripe, just halve it, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, slice or dice and freeze in a zipper bag so it’s on hand when every you want to add it to a smoothie or milkshake.
Vanilla Avocado Greens Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1 frozen sliced banana
- 1 handful big handful kale or spinach (about 1 loose cup)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons bee pollen
- 1 1/4 cups milk of choice
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a high powered blender in order given.
- Blend until smooth.
Love this… I use plain Kefir milk and gives it a tang!
Where do you buy your bee pollen? I am having trouble finding it sourced in USA.
Usually at our local farmers market, but you can get it on Amazon as well!
What kind of vanilla protein powder do you recomend
Hi Denise! I have some of my favorite vanilla protein powders linked in my Amazon storefront. Ascent and Ancient Nutrition are some faves right now!
Do you have a favorite protein powder brand you would recommend? Thanks!
Hi Abby! I have some of my favorite vanilla protein powders linked in my Amazon storefront. Ascent and Ancient Nutrition are some faves right now!
My boyfriend loves the avocado greens smoothie, he announced this morning that this was his favorite so far. I didn’t have the bee pollen; how important is that? Thank you,I love the book.