Only two main ingredients, and neither of them sweet: this smoothie is for people who like their greens straight. Lamb's lettuce tastes nutty, avocado makes it silky.
25 g
lamb's lettuce
½
avocado ripe
6¾ oz
water
¼ oz
lemon juice for freshness (optional)
1 tsp
honey or agave syrup (optional)
Garnish: Thin lemon wheel · Ice: Served up, no ice
Simple Lamb's Lettuce Avocado Smoothie
Silky, nutty and savory-fresh, with a thick body and a clean green flavor.
The old recipe listed baby spinach but was named after lamb's lettuce, so here the salad leaf the title promises is used. Lamb's lettuce has a soft, slightly nutty flavor and tender leaves that blend without stringiness. Avocado adds a creamy body and mostly unsaturated fat, which makes the drink more filling than its short ingredient list suggests.
Without fruit, it tastes fresh and savory. A few drops of lemon juice and a teaspoon of honey, both optional, round it out. Drink it straight after blending, as avocado darkens quickly.
No, it is fresh and savory. Add honey or half an apple if you want sweetness.
Yes, baby spinach works just as well and is available all year.
Yes, if you use agave syrup instead of honey or leave it out.
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