Avocado and Banana Smoothie

A smoothie is a thick and creamy beverage and made from a variety of ingredients placed in a blender. The ingredients are pureed until you have a smooth concoction. One of the most excellent features of smoothies is that they can contain whatever is desired. If you love a creamy smoothie and a quick breakfast on the go, then this one’s for you: avocado and banana combined for a thick and healthy drink.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients: 

• 100 grams (2 medium sized) bananas
• ½ avocado, pitted and sliced
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 5-6 ice cubes
• 75 ml almond milk

Procedure: 

• Add banana, avocado, orange juice, ice cubes and  almond milk to a blender. Blend on medium-low speed, using the tamper as necessary, until well combined.
• Increase speed to medium-high and blend until very smooth.
• Freeze your banana slices to make it more of an ice cream-style smoothie.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Avocados are rich in many nutrients, including fibre, healthy fats, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium, and folate
• Bananas are a good source of several vitamins and minerals, especially potassium, vitamin B6, and vitamin C. A diet high in potassium can lower blood pressure in people with elevated levels and benefits heart health.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 238 kcal
• Protein: 3.2 g
• Carbohydrates: 33.0 g
• Fat: 12.6 g