Sometimes there is just not enough time for breakfast. Some mornings it’s get up and go and rushing back and forth until you realize it’s nearly lunch and you haven’t eaten a thing and you are HUNGRY!
Luckily, avocado breakfast smoothies are quick and easy to make, and packed full of nutrients and healthy fats that will give you energy for your day. Here are some delicious avocado breakfast smoothie ideas that will perk up your day and keep you full.
Green Smoothie with Avocado
Tons of spinach makes this smoothie nutrient-rich, and a frozen banana makes it extra sweet.
In your blender, add:
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ cup frozen or fresh mango
- ½ a small or medium avocado
- 1 cup of spinach
- 1 ¼ cups of milk of your choice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Blend until creamy and enjoy! Original recipe found here.
Avocado Berry Breakfast Smoothie Recipe
Berries for breakfast is a great way to get your antioxidants first thing in the morning. This smoothie also contains orange juice, a great way to get extra vitamin C for that much needed morning energy.
In your blender, add:
- 1 package frozen raspberries (or about 10 ounces fresh)
- 1 ¼ cups of orange juice
- 1 ripe avocado
- Ice cubes
Blend until creamy and smooth.
Avocado Banana Smoothie
Avocado and banana make this smoothie creamy, delicious and nutritious. The addition of dry oats adds extra fiber and will help keep you full longer.
In your blender:
- 1 cup of milk of your choice
- ½ an avocado
- 1 frozen banana
- 2 tablespoons dry rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Optional: handful of baby spinach
Blend it all up and enjoy!
Green Grape Smoothie
Kale and spinach pack a potent punch in this smoothie, while the added fruits make it sweet and full of vitamins.
Add to your blender:
- 2 cups of red seedless grapes
- 1 cup of spinach and kale
- 1 medium pear, cored and chopped
- ½ cup of frozen pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons of avocado
- ¾ cup coconut water
- Optional: ice cubes
Blend and drink immediately. Original recipe can be found here.
A healthy and delicious smoothie is a great way to start the day, even if you are short on time. Didn’t see anything you want to try here? Make up your own avocado smoothie recipes! Start with ½ a cup to one cup liquid (juice or milk, but you can use water if you prefer), add about a half an avocado, and any other fresh or frozen fruit that you want to blend together. Optional additions are sweeteners like honey or agave, fresh greens like kale or baby spinach and dry oats.