Loaded with vitamins, nutrients, and naturally dairy-free & gluten-free, this Nectarine & Avocado Smoothie is the quickest way to fuel you up on busy mornings!
For this Nectarine & Avocado Smoothie, all you need is very simple fresh ingredients:
- nectarines
- mango
- avocado
- spinach
- unsweetened coconut water
What I love most about this energizing concoction, is that is one of the few smoothies out there that doesn't call for banana.
I know some of you don't like bananas, so if you're not a fan, this drink is perfect for you.
Instead of banana, the avocado gives this smoothie its rich, creamy, delightful texture.
Avocado is also the only fruit (yes, it's a fruit!) that contains monounsaturated fat, which is the good fat our bodies need to function properly, and can also lower our bad cholesterol.
Additionally, avocados are also a great source of vitamins, magnesium, and potassium, and are full of fiber.
All the good reasons to eat and drink more avocado! This Nectarine & Avocado Smoothie is also free of refined sugar.
If you're looking for a speedy nutritious breakfast, or drink to fuel you up in the afternoon, look no further.
This Nectarine & Avocado Smoothie is sure to become a favourite - Awesomely sweet, loaded with goodness, it makes the perfect, natural energy drink on the go!
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Recipe
Nectarine and Avocado Smoothie
Ingredients
For the nectarine layer:
- 3 nectarines, chopped
- ½ mango, peeled and chopped
- 150 ml unsweetened coconut water
For the avocado layer:
- 1 large avocado, chopped
- a handful of fresh baby spinach leaves
- 150 ml unsweetened coconut water
Instructions
- Start with the green layer of the smoothie. In a powerful blender, (such as Vitamix) place chopped avocado, spinach and coconut water. Blend until smooth and divide between two glasses.
- Rinse the blender, and fold in chopped nectarines, mango and coconut water. Blend until smooth and pour over the green smoothie.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
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Lubka Henry says
I'm a huge fan of smoothies, but I never layer them. Love the outcome!
The Inspiration Edit (@Inspire_Edit) says
Omg, It really looks yummy and I would love to try this I'm a huge fan of Avocado! Glad you share this
Healthy and Psyched says
Oh My Gosh! I made almost this exact smoothie the other day! Great minds think alike 😉 Although I didn't think to use avocado or to layer it like you have. It looks so pretty and delicious.
Folakemi says
Looks so yummy, I blend avocado into literally all my smootie my kids love it!
cheskaaanels says
wow this is something new to me!! I do enjoy a nice green smoothie but actually have never used an avocado for this! I'm not sure I'd like it as much but this here looks brilliant as the nectarine would bring a sweetness to it, a great combo!
Tanya Brannan says
I would never have thought of putting avocado and nectarine together before, But I am certainly going to try it now! It looks amazing and I bet it tastes it too x
countryheartdeb says
oh i love the colour contrast - not sure i could drink it though as i dont like the texture of smoothies ( i know im strange lol)
Ashleigh Dougherty says
I love avocado but have never used it in a smoothie before. Definitely need to give it a try!
MELANIE EDJOURIAN says
That sounds like an interesting recipe and I love that it doesn't need banana. I do love smoothies so need to give this a go.
Stephanie Merry says
I'm pretty obsessed with smoothies at the moment so I'll have to give this a go x
Emily Leary says
I love the half and half effect with those colours, it looks fantastic! I'm really keen on trying this combo soon, it sounds so unique.
Anosa Malanga VA says
Ohh, I love that layered smoothies! Looks so yummy! I would love to have it with a strawberry toppings!
kirsty says
I made this smoothie doesn't look like the pic but tastes good.
Andrea says
Glad to hear you enjoyed it Kirsty!
Dannii says
What a fun looking smoothie. I love putting avocado in my chocolate smoothies for a healthy fat boost.
hann182014 says
The layered colors look amazing, think i will try this. Thanks for sharing
thatgirlsue says
this looks really tasty and refreshing, looks like they would be awesome for summer
forkwardthinkingfoodinista says
Wow these look amazing! Loving the layered look very eye catching and I bet that they tasted yummy 🙂 x
Ana De-Jesus says
I have been looking for new smoothies to try and this avocado smoothie sounds ideal. Yum x
Fuss Free Helen says
That looks delicious Andrea! I often use avocado in smoothies as I am trying to cut down the amount of fruit in them. The stevia looks a useful sweetening addition.
Mummy Times Two says
This looks really interesting, I've never had avacado in a smoothie before but would really like to try it.
Kate Veggie Desserts (@veggie_desserts) says
This layered smoothie looks delicious! I love that it doesn't have any banana (I love them as well, but don't always have one to use!). The stevia sounds perfect for sweetening it.