Kiwi-Apple-Avocado Smoothie

Fruit smoothies are great but adding a little healthy fat to your smoothie has many advantages. This recipe calls for avocado, which besides being a good source of vitamin E are also high in beta-sitosterol, a compound that has been shown to lower cholesterol levels. They’re also rich in folate and can protect against strokes, heart disease and high blood pressure.

I didn’t add greens to this smoothie, but you can if you want to. I recommend adding at least two handfuls of fresh baby spinach as it has a mild flavor. If you are feeling adventurous, try adding dandelion greens.

Kiwi-Apple-Avocado Smoothie Recipe

• 1 large organic apple, cored
• 1 large kiwi, peeled
• 1/2 a large avocado, peeled and pitted
• 6 to 8 ounces of filtered water

Add all the ingredients to your blender, (I use a Blendtec) and blend on high for 30 seconds or until the smoothie is creamy.

Because the avocado makes the smoothie thick, you might want to add a little more water. Start with 6 ounces and add as needed.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 360
Fat: 15g
Protein: 4g
Carbohydrates: 59g
Calcium: 7% RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance)
Iron: 7% RDA
Vitamin A: 17% RDA
Vitamin C: 198% RDA

This smoothie is also a rich source of folate, vitamin B2, B5 and B6, vitamin E, vitamin K, copper, magnesium, manganese, and potassium.

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