This avocado smoothie is excellent for a quick breakfast smoothie or a refreshing afternoon snack. Avocado Smoothie with apple-cucumber-ginger-lime is chock-full of healthy nutrients and cleansing fiber. Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and is also soothing to the digestive tract. Avocado contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acid, contains more potassium than a banana and can help support healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels. The health benefits of apples are many including anti-inflammatory properties and heart health support.
Avocado Smoothie
by Sherrie Masters
Ingredients:
- 1 avocado, pitted and diced
- 1 large apple (any variety), cored and quartered
- 1 freshly squeezed organic lime
- 1 inch cube of ginger, peeled and minced OR organic teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 c. coconut water OR nut/hemp seed milk of your choice
- Optional: a handful of ice cubes; raw honey to taste
Directions:
Wash produces thoroughly as needed.
Peel avocado and cucumber.
Squeeze juice out of fresh lime.
Place all produces into high speed blender such as a Vitamix.
Blend thoroughly until smooth.
Drink immediately.
Enjoy!