How does adding avocado to your smoothie change the recipe?

Maintained or increased nutrient levels slightly, increasing nutrients such as folate, Vitamin C and Vitamin K. Increased nutrient absorption of Vitamin A and fat-soluble nutrients.

How to Add Avocados to Smoothies

Q: How to add avocados to smoothies

Take the avocado quarters, or slice or dice them if you want to make it easier on your blender, and put them in a resealable freezer bag.

Avocados are a game-changer in smoothies, offering a rich texture and a wealth of health benefits. Sip away!

Whether you’re looking for a nutrient boost, a dairy-free option, or just a way to make your smoothies creamier, avocados are the perfect addition. Avocados provide nearly 20 vitamins and minerals per serving, they are a good source of fiber, low carb, heart-healthy, and are free of cholesterol, sugar, sodium. Here’s everything you need to know about incorporating healthy avocados into your blends.

How to Add Avocado to Your Smoothie

1. Choose The Right Avocado

Use a soft ripe avocado for the smoothest texture. It should feel softer when pressed, but not mushy.
If your avocado isn’t ripe yet, leave it at room temperature for a day or two, or speed up the ripening process by placing it in a paper bag with an apple or a banana.

2. Prep Your Avocado

Prepping an avocado, just like other foods, requires first washing it under running water. Dry it and place it on a cutting board, hold it down with one hand, and cut lengthwise with the other, then twist the halves apart.
We recommend using half a medium avocado per smoothie for the perfect balance of creaminess and nutrition. If you’re storing leftover cut avocado, drizzle it with lemon or lime juice and keep it in an airtight container in the fridge.
Frozen avocado also works great in smoothies and keeps them cold without needing ice. Small frozen avocado cubes may be easier for your blender. Try using them within a month.

3. Blend It In

Simply add avocado to your blender along with your favorite smoothie ingredients.
Adjust the amount of liquid (juice or water) based on how thick or thin you prefer your smoothie.

Avocados have a mild, buttery taste, making them a great complement to both fruity and green smoothies. Try experimenting with different flavor combinations and enjoy a deliciously smooth and satisfying drink!

Adding Nutrition With Avocados

Can adding avocado to your smoothie improve its nutritional value?

Compare the “before” and “after” of this carrot smoothie to see how avocados can upgrade your favorite diet or breakfast smoothie recipe:

Carrot Smoothie Before

Ingredients:
4 servings
6oz yogurt, plain nonfat
1 fresh banana, medium-sized
1/2 cup apple juice
2 cups carrot juice

Nutrition Information Per Individual Serving:

100 calories

4g protein

0g total fat

0g monounsaturated fat

0g polyunsaturated fat

21g carbohydrates

1g dietary fiber

17g sugar

125mg sodium

0mg cholesterol

Carrot Smoothie After

Ingredients:
4 servings
6oz yogurt, plain nonfat
1/2 fresh banana, medium-sized
1/4 cup apple juice
1.5 cup carrot juice
1/2 fresh Hass Avocado

Nutrition Information Per Individual Serving:

110 calories

4g protein

4 g total fat

2g monounsaturated fat (increased good fats)

0.5g polyunsaturated fat (increased good fats)

17g carbohydrates

2g dietary fiber (increased fiber)

12g sugar (decreased sugar)

105mg sodium (decreased sodium)

0mg cholesterol

Key Takeaways:

Maintained or increased nutrient levels slightly, increasing nutrients such as folate, Vitamin C and Vitamin K as every third of an avocado provides 10% DV of folate, 4% DV of Vitamin C, and 10% DV of Vitamin K.
Increased nutrient absorption of Vitamin A and fat-soluble nutrients, as avocados contain 6 g of healthy fats that can help the body better absorb the fat soluble vitamins it is eaten with. In other words, avocados are nutrient-dense and nutrient-boosters!