Avocado Blueberry Smoothie: Easy 5-Minute Recipe

An avocado blueberry smoothie is a creamy blended fruit drink that takes 5 minutes to prepare and makes 2 small servings. Use the ai detox recipe generator to customize the ingredients for another batch. For a related recipe, see the avocado detox smoothie.

What ingredients do you need?

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Yield: 2 small servings

• 100 g (about 2/3 cup) diced ripe avocado flesh
• 150 g (about 1 cup) blueberries, fresh or frozen
• 240 ml (1 cup) water

Choose an avocado that gives slightly when gently pressed. A ripe avocado blends more easily and gives the smoothie its creamy texture. Measure the flesh after removing the skin and pit; the amounts above refer to the parts you blend.

Fresh blueberries make a softer drink, while frozen blueberries give it a colder, thicker texture. The recipe has no added sweetener, so its sweetness will depend on the berries.

How do you make an avocado blueberry smoothie?

1. Rinse the whole avocado and fresh blueberries under running water. If using frozen blueberries, follow any handling directions on the package.
2. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit and scoop out the flesh. Dice and measure 100 g (about 2/3 cup).
3. Pour the water into a blender, then add the blueberries and avocado.
4. Blend until smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides if needed. Add a little more water if the mixture is too thick for your blender or your taste.
5. Divide between 2 small glasses and serve immediately. No steeping is needed.

For the smoothest result, let the blender run until no visible pieces of avocado remain. If you use frozen blueberries, stop and stir the mixture as needed rather than forcing thick ingredients through the blades.

If making it ahead, cover and refrigerate it at 4°C (40°F) or colder, and drink it within 24 hours for best quality. Stir before serving if it separates. Discard it if it has been left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

How does an avocado blueberry smoothie support detox?

An avocado blueberry smoothie provides fluid and fiber; it does not remove toxins or replace the body's detoxification processes. The liver and kidneys do most of that work, while the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste. Sweat removes only trace amounts.

The water in the smoothie contributes to hydration, which supports normal kidney function. Because the fruit is blended rather than strained out, the drink also retains its dietary fiber, which can help support regular bowel movements.

Avocado and blueberries provide nutrients as part of an overall balanced diet. There is no need to use this smoothie as a cleanse or substitute it for regular meals to support the body's normal processes.

What swaps and variations work?

Make it thicker or thinner

Use frozen blueberries for a thicker smoothie. For a thinner drink, add water gradually and blend again until it reaches the consistency you prefer. Extra water changes the texture without adding calories.

Use a creamy liquid

Swap the water for unsweetened milk or an unsweetened plant-based alternative if you prefer a creamier drink. The taste, protein and other nutrients will depend on the liquid you choose, so the nutrition estimates below will no longer apply.

Adjust the fruit flavor

Use ripe blueberries for a naturally sweeter flavor, or choose slightly tart berries for a less sweet drink. For another recipe featuring the same fruit, see the blueberry detox smoothie.

Add a topping

Serve the smoothie in a bowl and add a small spoonful of seeds if you like a little crunch. Toppings add nutrients and calories, so account for them separately from the base recipe.

What is the nutrition per serving?

These estimates are for one of the 2 servings, made with the listed weights of raw avocado and blueberries and plain water. They are calculated from USDA nutrient data for the fruit; actual values vary with produce and portion size.

The sugars listed occur naturally in the fruit; the base recipe has no added sugar. Most of its fat comes from the avocado. The smoothie is relatively low in protein, so consider the rest of your meal if you want a more substantial option.

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