This banana avocado smoothie is delicious and ready in just five minutes. It’s a great pick-me-up when you’re feeling hungry and works well as a quick, filling breakfast or a chilled make-ahead snack from the fridge.
With only four to five ingredients blended together, you get a smoothie full of nutrition: healthy fats from the avocado, natural sweetness from banana, and added protein if you choose to include a protein powder.
Ingredients
Avocado and Banana: Flesh of 1 ripe avocado and 1 ripe banana.
Milk: 1 cup milk or a plant-based alternative such as soy or almond milk. You can also use yogurt for a thicker texture.
Protein powder: Optional — a scoop of vanilla whey or pea protein boosts the protein content.
Sweetener: Sugar, maple syrup or honey to taste.
Instructions
This is truly a five-minute recipe—perfect for busy mornings or a quick post-workout refuel.
1. Coarsely chop the avocado and banana and add them to a blender or mixer jar.
2. Pour in the milk or yogurt, add the protein powder (if using) and your chosen sweetener.
3. Blend until smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, thin it with a little water or more milk to reach your desired consistency.
4. Optionally add a handful of nuts for extra texture and nutrition, then blend briefly to combine.
This recipe makes about two glasses. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Avocado Banana Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 avocado
- 1 banana
- 1 cup milk (or yogurt or soy milk for vegan)
- 1 tbsp sugar (or maple syrup)
- 1 scoop whey protein powder (or pea protein) — optional
Instructions
- Place avocado, banana, milk (or yogurt), sweetener and protein powder (if using) in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If needed, thin with a splash of water or more milk to adjust consistency.
Notes
- Greek yogurt works well for a thicker, tangy smoothie—vanilla-flavored Greek yogurt adds extra sweetness.
- The recipe yields two glasses.
- If you don’t have banana, make the smoothie with milk and avocado and sweeten to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 379 kcal | Carbohydrates: 37 g | Protein: 19 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 8 g | Sugar: 22 g
Your simple banana and avocado smoothie is ready. This power-packed drink is both nutritious and tasty—kids and adults alike tend to enjoy it. Try serving it in place of an evening glass of milk for a nutritious alternative.
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