Greek Yogurt Avocado Smoothie (Print Version)
A creamy blend of tangy Greek yogurt, rich avocado, and naturally sweet banana for a refreshing breakfast in minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy & Alternatives
01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
02 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
→ Fruits & Vegetables
03 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
04 - 1 small banana, peeled
05 - 1/2 cup baby spinach (optional, for added greens)
→ Sweetener & Flavor
06 - 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (to taste)
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime or lemon juice
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
09 - 1 cup ice cubes
# Steps:
01 - Place Greek yogurt, milk, avocado, banana, spinach (if using), honey or maple syrup, lime or lemon juice, vanilla extract, and ice cubes in blender container.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down sides of blender as needed.
03 - Taste smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired. Add more milk if thinner consistency is preferred.
04 - Pour into glasses and serve right away while cold for best texture and flavor.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It keeps you full for hours thanks to protein and healthy fats working together
- The flavor is like dessert for breakfast but without any guilt
02 -
- A watery avocado ruins everything so check for ripeness before you start
- The spinach trick genuinely works and your taste buds will be none the wiser
03 -
- Room temperature avocado blends more easily than cold
- A splash more milk fixes any thickness issues instantly