🥤 Creamy Avocado & Coconut Power Smoothie

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🥤 Creamy Avocado & Coconut Power Smoothie

Ingredients

  • Base: 1/2 ripe avocado (pitted and peeled)

  • Liquid: 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk (or almond milk)

  • Protein/Texture: 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt

  • Crunch & Fiber: 1 tablespoon chia seeds (for the top and the blend)

  • Nuts: A small handful of raw almonds (about 5-7)

  • Sweetener (Optional): 1 tablespoon honey, maple syrup, or 1 pitted date

  • Garnish: Fresh mint leaves, blueberries, and a few raspberry accents

Instructions

  1. Prep the Avocado: Ensure your avocado is ripe (it should give slightly when pressed). Scoop out the flesh of one half.

  2. Blend: Place the avocado, almonds, yogurt, and your choice of milk into a high-speed blender.

  3. Sweeten & Cool: Add your preferred sweetener and a handful of ice cubes if you prefer a frostier texture.

  4. Process: Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.

  5. Assemble: Pour into a tall glass.

  6. Top it Off: Sprinkle the chia seeds in a circle on top, place a fresh mint sprig in the center, and scatter the berries and coconut chunks around the base for that aesthetic look.

Why these ingredients work:

  • Avocado: Provides a silky texture and heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

  • Chia Seeds: Adds a boost of Omega-3 fatty acids.

  • Almonds: Provides a bit of protein and vitamin E.

Pro Tip: If you want an even creamier “milkshake” consistency, freeze your avocado slices before blending!

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