Avocado and banana alone make a remarkably creamy smoothie. A teaspoon of coconut oil adds a subtle tropical aroma that ties the two together.
½
avocado ripe
1
banana ripe
1 tsp
coconut oil melted
5 oz
water
1 tsp
agave syrup or honey (optional)
Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice
Rich, velvety and mildly sweet, with ripe banana and a delicate coconut note.
This smoothie relies entirely on texture: avocado and banana both blend into a thick, velvety drink without any dairy. Coconut oil contributes a delicate coconut flavour; the original recipe used two tablespoons for two glasses, which is quite a lot of fat, so we suggest one teaspoon per glass.
The result is rich and filling, more of a small meal than a light drink. Banana provides the sweetness, avocado mostly unsaturated fat. Vegan and quick, it suits breakfast or a snack after exercise.
Yes, if you use agave syrup rather than honey.
Yes, it is mainly for flavour; the smoothie is creamy without it.
It solidifies in cold liquid; melting it and adding it while blending helps.
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