(16)California Avocados and frozen fruit or veggies make delicious, creamy smoothies in an instant. This berry smoothie provides a good source of protein, iron and potassium (10% DV) along with 15% DV vitamins A and D.
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Total Time: 10 min
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition information
per serving
Calories
270
Total Fat
13g
Saturated Fat
1.5g
Trans Fat
0g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Cholesterol
0mg
Sodium
190mg
Total Carbs
37g
Dietary Fiber
15g
Total Sugars
20g
Protein
5g
Potassium
520mg
Vitamin A 138 mcg ; Vitamin C 24 mg ; Calcium 565 mg ; Iron 2 mg ; Vitamin D 3 mcg ; Folate 63 mcg ; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.08g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 15%; Vitamin C 25%; Calcium 45%; Iron 10 %; Vitamin D 15%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Serves: 1
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Ingredients
1 cup almond milk 1/2 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded and chopped 2 cups berries, frozen* Maple syrup, or other sweetener to taste, optional 1 Tbsp. ground flax seed, optional 1/4 tsp. cinnamon, optionalInstructions
- In a blender place liquid, avocado and frozen fruit. Blend on purée or frappe setting until smooth and creamy. If necessary, stop blender and carefully stir ingredients until they are all blended consistently.
- Taste smoothie and add sweetener and add-ins, if desired. Blend until incorporated.
- Pour into a large glass and garnish with spice if desired.
*Chop and freeze fruit at least 4 hours before making smoothie, or purchase frozen fruit.
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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.
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.
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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