Creamy, refreshing and naturally sweet, this Strawberry Avocado Smoothie mixes juicy strawberries with creamy avocado and protein-rich Greek yogurt. It is enjoyable with no-added-sugar smoothie with healthy fats and fiber—perfect for a balanced breakfast or snack.
Ingredients (1 Serving)
- ½ cup strawberries & avacoado
- ½ cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup ice
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preparing the strawberries & avacado
Wash the strawberries and avacado and cut them into small cubes.
Step 2: Add the ingredients
Add strawberries, avocado, Greek yogurt, almond milk, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ice to a high-speed blender..
Step 3: Blend
Blend the ingredients until its smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is thick then add a little almond milk or water to reduce thickness.
Step 4 : Taste
Taste before serving. If you want it little sweeter, then you can add a small amount of monk fruit or stevia rather than sugar or honey.
Step 5 : Serve
Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately. For extra texture, sprinkle a few chia seeds on top.
Nutritional Information (Approx.)
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Fiber: 8 g
- Fats: 13 – 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Protein: 16 g
Approximate values; they vary depending on the brands and exact ingredients used.
Glycemic Index (GI) Considerations
- Strawberries: Low-GI fruit with relatively low carbohydrate content.
- Avocado: Very low in carbohydrates and provides fiber and healthy fats.
- Greek yogurt: Provides protein with relatively little carbohydrate when unsweetened.
- Chia seeds: Add fiber and fat, which can help slow carbohydrate digestion.
Portion Control Tips
- Stick to one serving only.
- Don’t double the fruit portion just because the smoothie tastes light.
- Use ¼ avocado rather than a whole avocado to keep calories and fat moderate.
- For a more substantial breakfast, pair it with a small protein-rich food rather than simply increasing the smoothie size.
