Half an avocado gives this berry smoothie a texture close to a milkshake, even though the only liquid is water. Blueberries and raspberries turn it a deep violet and keep it pleasantly tart.
½
avocado ripe
50 g
blueberries
50 g
raspberries fresh
½
red apple
5 oz
water
Garnish: A few fresh berries · Ice: Served up, no ice
Tart berries up front, a round, creamy body from the avocado and a gentle apple sweetness at the end.
Avocado is one of the few fruits that is rich in fat rather than sugar, which is why it blends into such a smooth, full texture. Its own taste is mild and nutty, so it happily takes a back seat to stronger flavours.
Here those flavours come from blueberries and raspberries, both of which contain vitamin C and fibre, while the red apple adds natural sweetness. Made with water instead of milk, the smoothie stays dairy free and light. It works well for breakfast or as an afternoon snack.
Yes, it contains only fruit and water.
Yes, frozen blueberries and raspberries work well and make the smoothie thicker and colder.
It is best fresh, as avocado can darken. Stored airtight in the fridge it keeps for a few hours; stir before drinking.
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