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How to Make a Creamy Avocado Smoothie

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at NYU chapter.

Made with only avocado, almond milk and a bit of sugar, this avocado smoothie is super healthy and vegan. Avocados are full of healthy benefits–lots of Vitamin K, Vitamin C, and monounsaturated fats, which can decrease risk of cardiovascular disease.  Try this delicious recipe at home to get your perfect avocado fix!

Easy


Total Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 1

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Ingredients:
1 cup almond milk
1/2 ripe avocado
1 teaspoon sugar
Ice, for serving

Tip: Feel free to substitute regular milk or your favorite non-dairy milk of choice for almond milk and sweeten with your favorite sweetener, like agave nectar or honey.

Directions:

1. Pour almond milk into blender. If you’re using an immersion blender, pour almond milk into large glass or pitcher.
2. Cut avocado half lengthwise and crosswise, then scoop into the almond milk.

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3. Add 1 teaspoon sugar.

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4. Blend until all ingredients are combined. Pour over ice to serve.

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