(Don’t forget to enter my America’s Test Kitchen D.I.Y. Cookbook giveaway, which ends at midnight EST tonight.)
Maybe I’m the last person on the planet to realize this, but just in case I’m not, I’m posting about it.
My kids really are not big avocado fans. They can handle them diced in a salad, or thinly sliced and added to a bacon/chicken wrap, but even then, the level of their avocado affection doesn’t reach past mere tolerance.
This is unfortunate, because avocados are ridiculously healthy, and I’d like my kids to ingest more of them.
So, I am crazy pleased to have figured out that I can add one to a regular yogurt/frozen fruit smoothie and hear no complaints.
The first time I added one, I said nothing, and only told them after they’d already said the smoothie was good.
Now that we’ve established the avocados-are-not-yucky-in-smoothies bit, I don’t even have to be sneaky about adding in the avocado.
I’ve also discovered that this is a great way to use an avocado that’s a bit overripe, so, bonus!
Of course, you don’t have to be a kid to take advantage of this. If you’re an adult who’s been wanting the nutrition of avocados without the taste, you should give an avocado smoothie a try. If you’re nervous about it, start by just adding a quarter or a half of an avocado to your usual smoothie mix.
Here’s an image with text, in case you want to spread the avocado good news on Pinterest.
_______________________________
Joshua’s 365 post: One More Long-Exposure Photo
Christy
Sunday 9th of January 2022
Just getting into smoothie making, and have been looking for a way to add some healthy fats to them without resorting to nut butters, so this is perfect. Thank you! :) Was curious if you have a recipe for the smoothie pictured in here, too?
Kristen
Sunday 9th of January 2022
Oh, I never use a recipe for my smoothies! I generally add a banana, a cup or so of yogurt, and also whatever fruits/veggies I want to add.
I usually blend the banana and yogurt first along with any greens, such as spinach or kale, and then I blend in the frozen fruits.
Hope that helps!
carrie
Wednesday 6th of February 2013
Great idea thanks! I made smoothies for my 3 picky eaters and they didn't even taste all the avocados I put in. Plus it made it nice and creamy since my kids don't like milk.
D
Wednesday 26th of December 2012
Half an avocado is my replacement for frozen banana as a thickener/sweetener for my green/fruit smoothies. They make the smoothie very thick and taste pleasant! Smoothies (particularly with frozen berries) are a great place to hide greens like spinach which is mild as well as avocado, not to mention other healthy ingredients like superfoods. I have problems with my skin so I try to avoid dairy, meaning I usually use almond milk or water (but apparently it's good to use coconut water if you're an athlete). Probably my favorite smoothie EVER is the chocolate "milkshake," you guys MUST try if you have the stuff. Sometimes I even hide spinach in it. This recipe is my favorite: http://mynewroots.blogspot.com/2010/06/raw-chocolate-milkshake-miracle.html
Bron from Oz
Sunday 11th of November 2012
They use sweetened avocado in layered juice drinks in Ethiopia too - unusual but delicious - but I've never had avocado in a smoothie.
TracyDK
Friday 9th of November 2012
Can you taste the avocado? I HATE them, though I really appreciate what they have to offer, so I'd love to be able to incorporate them into my eating routine. I've tried making a pudding with them. *shudders* I could totally taste it. I've tried making an ice cream with it. Again, totally taste it. Maybe I'm hyper-sensitive to it. I don't know, but I would welcome any sort of help with adding it to my diet.
Kristen
Friday 9th of November 2012
I REALLY don't think you can taste it. My kids loathe avocado and they're completely happy with it in a smoothie.