Description
A creamy and nutritious smoothie made with avocado and cottage cheese, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the avocado, cottage cheese, almond milk, honey, vanilla extract, and cinnamon if using.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- If you prefer a colder smoothie, add a handful of ice cubes and blend again until well incorporated.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or maple syrup.
- Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For added nutrition, toss in a handful of spinach or kale for a green smoothie boost.
- Substitute the cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a creamier texture and a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg