Smoothies

Avocado Spinach Smoothie with Blueberries

The avocado turns this smoothie velvety without any dairy, and the blueberries give it a deep purple colour that hides the spinach completely.

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Taste3.2
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  • GlassMason jar
  • TechniqueBlended
  • DifficultyEasy
  • Time5 min
  • StrengthAlcohol-free
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Ingredients

1

Garnish: A few blueberries · Ice: Served up, no ice

Method

  1. Halve the avocado, remove the stone and scoop out the flesh.
  2. Rinse and sort the blueberries and the spinach.
  3. Blend everything with the water for about 45 seconds until completely smooth.
  4. Taste, add honey if you like, blend briefly and pour into a glass.

Taste

Thick and velvety with a gentle berry flavour and very little sweetness.

About this smoothie

Avocado is a popular smoothie base because its soft flesh creates a creamy texture and contains mostly unsaturated fat. Blueberries supply colour, fruity acidity and a mild sweetness, and baby spinach adds green without much flavour. Since neither avocado nor spinach is sweet, the result is only lightly fruity; a teaspoon of honey helps if you prefer it sweeter. It makes a satisfying breakfast.

Bartender tips

  • Frozen blueberries make the smoothie colder and even thicker.
  • Brush the cut surface of the remaining avocado half with lemon juice and wrap it tightly to slow browning.

Variations

With banana
Add half a banana for more sweetness and an even creamier body.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use frozen blueberries?

Yes, they work very well. Add a little more water if the blender struggles.

Is it vegan?

Yes, if you use agave syrup instead of honey or leave out the sweetener.

How do I know the avocado is ripe?

It gives slightly under gentle pressure. Hard avocados blend poorly and taste grassy.

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