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Five Meal Replacement Smoothies

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Total Time: 7 min

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These five creamy, nutritious and delicious avocado smoothies can be used as meal replacements. They are balanced smoothies containing all three macronutrients ( carbs, fat, and protein) and can be used to help reduce visceral fat, lose weight, and fight insulin resistance (Prediabetes). Avocados and some  fruits and vegetables are sources of fiber and the protein added to these smoothies, can help with hunger control and weight management.

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Serves: 2

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Mango, Spinach and Avocado Smoothie 1 1/2 cups 100% original coconut water 1 cup fresh or frozen mango pieces 2 cups baby spinach leaves 1/2 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled, and cubed 1 scoop vanilla protein powder** (whey, soy, pea, or rice) Creamy Cinnamon, Carrot, Orange and Avocado Smoothie 1 1/2 cups 100% original coconut water 1 cup sliced carrots 1 orange, peeled and cut in chunks 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled, and cubed 1 scoop vanilla protein powder** (whey, soy, pea, or rice) Cool Veggie, Pineapple and Avocado Smoothie 1 cup 100% original coconut water 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple pieces 1/2 cup cucumber slices 1-inch x ¼-inch ginger slice, peeled 2 cups baby spinach leaves 1/2 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled, and cubed 1 scoop vanilla protein powder** (whey, soy, pea, or rice) Blueberry, Zucchini and California Avocado Smoothie 1 cup 100% original coconut water 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 1 (5-inch) zucchini, peeled and sliced 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled, and cubed 1 scoop vanilla protein powder** (whey, soy, pea, or rice) Strawberry, Watermelon, Avocado and Mint Smoothie 1 cup 100% original coconut water 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled 1 cup watermelon pieces 4 mint leaves 1/2 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled, and cubed 1 scoop vanilla protein powder** (whey, soy, pea, or rice)
  1. Pour the coconut water in a blender, then add the rest of the ingredients.
  2. Blend until smooth.

Serving Suggestion: Eat for a breakfast, lunch or dinner meal replacement.

**Note: To provide 20 grams of protein.

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*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Editor's Note

Looking to see how you can add more food variety into your current diet? Check out "How Avocados Fit into Today’s Popular Diets"!

Did You Know?

There are lots of quick and easy recipes on this site. Some have more than 7 ingredients, but most can be prepared in 15 minutes or less. Even with simple recipes it helps to know how to store avocados before you use them and if you have any left over.

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As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados

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