Kiwi Smoothie with Avocado

Avocados aren’t just for salads and dips. They can be added to smoothies to make this creamy and tangy Kiwi Smoothie.

Today is my kids’ last day of school. But they get out so early today, that I’ve asked my self why they call it the Last Day when the kids are in school for about 3 hours? In any case, summer vacation is starting and all of us are ready for it.

When the weather warms up, we are always looking for ways to cool off. Sure, with kids that usually means ice cream and popsicles. But a smoothie is a great way to cool off with something nutritious and less sugary. And this creamy Kiwi Avocado Smoothie hits the spot.

Why you must try this recipe

Avocado smoothie? Yes, no joke. When you get a box full of avocados you put them to good use. Besides making Avocado Hummus, I decided to branch out of my own comfort zone and make a smoothie, a healthy green avocado smoothie.

I positively adore avocados, and I do get that I’m blessed to live in Southern California – home of the best avocados in the world. Avocados are not only delicious, but also incredibly delicious but also very good for you.

Avocados contain more potassium than bananas and loaded with heart healthy monounsaturated fatty acids. Avocados are also high in fiber, antioxidants and rich in Vitamin K, Folate, Vitamin C and Vitamins B5 and B6.

And this kiwi smoothie is filled with not only avocados, but also green apples, green grapes and fresh mint.

Ingredients you need

• Avocado: Choose ripe avocados, but NOT over-ripe ones. You don’t want bruises or blemishes. You can use any variety of avocados like Haas, Fuerte or bacon avocados.
• Kiwi: Ripe kiwi are sweeter than the firmer sour kiwis.
• Green seedless grapes: I wanted to keep the smoothie green so I used green grapes. They are also less sugary than red or purple grapes.
• Granny smith apple: I kept with the sweet and tart flavor profile by using tart green apples.
• Crushed ice and water: The ice will keep the smoothie cold and the water will help thin out your smoothie if it is too thick. You can also drizzle in coconut water, almond, soy or oat milk to thin it out.
• Fresh mint: Adding greens including fresh mint adds flavor and nutrition. You can also add fresh spinach, again, to keep this a green smoothie.

Step-by-step directions

1. Cut the avocados in half and remove the seed. Spoon out the flesh and place in a blender. Cut the kiwi in half and scoop out the flesh and add it to the blender. Add the remaining ingredients.

2. Blend everything until your mixture is smooth. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, to thin out the smoothie, if needed. Divide into 4 glasses and serve.

Expert tips and recipe FAQs

I loved that tart taste, but it was a bit too sour for my boys. The Princess loved it, of course. She loves things on the sour side. If you find the smoothie too sour for your personal taste, feel free to throw in a banana, drizzle of honey or sprinkle in some protein powder if you want.

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