Description
Whip up a vibrant, creamy Healthy Avocado Breakfast Drink! This energizing blend of avocado, banana, and spinach offers a naturally sweet start.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 small ripe banana
- 1–2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the main ingredients. Halve the ripe avocado, remove the pit, and scoop the creamy flesh into a high-speed blender. Peel the small ripe banana and add it to the blender.
- Step 2: Add liquids and sweeteners. Pour in the unsweetened almond milk and add 1 tablespoon of honey. You can adjust the sweetness later if desired.
- Step 3: Boost with nutrients. Add the fresh spinach and chia seeds to the blender. Include the ice cubes for a colder, thicker consistency.
- Step 4: Blend until smooth. Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, with no lumps of avocado or spinach remaining.
- Step 5: Taste and serve. Taste the breakfast drink and add more honey if you prefer it sweeter, blending again briefly. If the drink is too thick, add a splash more almond milk and blend until desired consistency is reached. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
- For best flavor and to prevent browning, enjoy this nutritious drink immediately; if storing, pour into an airtight container and refrigerate for no more than a few hours, as avocado can discolor.
- As a refreshing cold beverage, this drink isn't meant for reheating; if it loses its chill after storage, a quick stir and a fresh ice cube will bring it back to life.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness, perhaps garnished with a few extra chia seeds or a slice of fresh banana, and consider pairing with a piece of whole-wheat toast for a balanced breakfast.
- For the ultimate creamy texture and natural sweetness, ensure both your avocado and banana are perfectly ripe; the avocado should yield gently to pressure, and the banana should have a few brown spots.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16 fl oz (470ml)
- Calories: 310
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 2g