Avocado Lime Smoothie
A luxuriously creamy and tangy smoothie that blends avocado, banana, spinach, and lime for a bright, refreshing drink. Packed with healthy fats, protein, and vitamins, it’s satisfying enough to double as a light meal.
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1 small banana (preferably frozen for a thicker texture)
- ½ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled, thicker smoothie)
Instructions
- Add avocado, spinach, and banana to the blender.
- Pour in the Greek yogurt, lime juice, and almond milk.
- Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 30–60 seconds.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup, if desired.
- For a colder, thicker consistency, add ice and blend briefly again.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with a pinch of lime zest for extra brightness.
Notes
Pro Tips & Variations
- Add extra protein: Include a scoop of vanilla protein powder.
- Make it tropical: Replace the banana with frozen mango or pineapple.
- Go dairy-free: Use coconut or almond yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
- For added zest: Blend in a small piece of lime peel for a stronger citrus note.
- Meal prep tip: Freeze avocado halves and bananas together in bags for quick blending.