Smoothies

Fig Avocado Smoothie with Ginger

Fresh figs and ripe avocado make this green smoothie thick and velvety. A small piece of ginger adds warmth, and a spoon of honey pulls everything together.

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Taste3.3
Balance3.4
Easy to make3.2
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  • GlassHighball glass
  • TechniqueBlended
  • DifficultyEasy
  • Time5 min
  • StrengthAlcohol-free
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Ingredients

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Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice

Method

  1. Wash the figs, cut off the stems and chop them roughly.
  2. Halve the avocado, remove the stone and scoop out the flesh.
  3. Wash the spinach and peel the ginger.
  4. Blend everything with water and honey for about 45 seconds until very smooth.

Taste

Thick, velvety and mildly sweet, with jammy fig and a warm ginger finish.

About this smoothie

Fresh figs are available mainly in late summer and early autumn, and their jammy, honeyed flesh blends beautifully. Avocado adds body and a buttery texture and is known for its monounsaturated fat. A little baby spinach brings colour without much taste, while fresh ginger gives a gentle heat.

Thanks to the avocado this smoothie is fairly filling, so it works well as a quick breakfast or a small meal between tasks.

Bartender tips

  • Start with a small piece of ginger: its heat grows the longer the smoothie stands.
  • Very ripe figs are sweet enough that you can often skip the honey.

Variations

Dried fig version
Out of season use 2 soaked dried figs and a little more water.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use dried figs?

Yes. Soak 2 dried figs in warm water for 10 minutes first; the smoothie will be sweeter.

Is it vegan?

Replace the honey with agave or maple syrup and it is fully plant based.

Can I prepare it the night before?

Avocado darkens and ginger gets stronger, so it is best made fresh.

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