A delightful concoction of green fruit plus fat-free dairy. With convenience built in, this refreshing smoothie can be made a day ahead. Keeps well in the refrigerator up to 24 hours.
Avocado and Melon Breakfast Smoothie
Total Time:
5min
Prep Time:
5min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
Ingredients
1 | ripe, Fresh California Avocados* | |
1 | cup | honeydew melon chunks (about 1 slice) |
Juice from 1/2 lime (1 ½ tsp. lime juice) | ||
1 | cup | (8 oz) milk, fat-free |
1 | cup | fat-free yogurt, plain |
1/2 | cup | apple juice or white grape juice |
1 | Tbsp. | honey |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- Cut avocado in half, remove pit.
- Scoop out flesh, place in blender.
- Add remaining ingredients; blend well.
Serve cold. Holds well in the refrigerator up to 24 hours. If made ahead, stir gently before pouring into glasses.
*Large avocados recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Each serving provides an excellent source of protein, fiber, vitamin C, riboflavin, folate, B12, pantothenic acid, calcium, phosphorus, potassium and iodine, and a good source of vitamin D, thiamin, B6, magnesium and zinc.
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