Creamy Avocado & Banana Fuel Smoothie
Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1
Ingredients
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1/2 Medium Avocado: Ripe (should be soft to the touch).
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1 Frozen Banana: Sliced (frozen gives it a colder, thicker texture).
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2 tbsp Whole Almonds: Or 1 tbsp of almond butter for an even smoother finish.
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1 cup Liquid: Unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or coconut water work best.
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Optional: A drizzle of honey or 1-2 pitted dates if you prefer it sweeter.
Instructions
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Prep the Almonds: If you have a high-speed blender, you can toss the whole almonds right in. If your blender is less powerful, soak the almonds in water for 15 minutes beforehand or use almond butter to avoid “gritty” bits.
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Layer the Blender: Add the liquid first, followed by the avocado and banana slices. This helps the blades spin freely and prevents stalling.
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Blend: Start on a low speed to break up the frozen banana and nuts, then crank it up to high for 45–60 seconds until the mixture is completely velvety and pale green.
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Adjust: If it’s too thick (more like a smoothie bowl), add an extra splash of liquid.
Quick Nutritional Tip
This smoothie is rich in monounsaturated fats (the heart-healthy kind) and potassium. Because it’s quite dense, it’s very satiating and works great as a meal replacement or a post-workout recovery drink.