Avocado Banana Smoothie

Are you looking for a tasty treat that will help in gaining or maintaining weight? Well, look no further! This 570 calorie Avocado Banana smoothie is not only delicious, but it can also help with certain weight gain goals. It is especially good for those who don’t have much of an appetite.

Ingredients for the Avocado Banana Smoothie

This smoothie only needs five ingredients. Many of these ingredients contain loads of healthy nutrients, and they can be easily bought at a grocery store or delivered to your home.

Below are the ingredients you need:

1 banana
1/2 of an avocado
½ cup greek yogurt
2 tbsp peanut butter
1 cup almond milk

To make sure that this ends up high in calories, it is best to stay away from any low-fat, no fat, and/or lower calorie variations of any of the ingredients. Otherwise, you will end up getting less calories than you had hoped.

Benefits of Drinking the Avocado Banana Smoothie

Bananas help moderate blood sugar by lowering appetite and slowing the rate at which the stomach empties. Another great banana recipe to try is our High Calorie Banana Delight Pudding.

Greek yogurt is an excellent source of protein, aiding in muscle development and recovery. Greek yogurt is also a great source of Vitamin A, B2, B5, phosphorus, calcium, and selenium.

Avocados are an anti-inflammatory food and a great source of vitamins C, E, K, B, magnesium, and potassium. They also contain high levels of fiber and healthy fats. Avocado consumption has been linked to lower levels of LDL cholesterol.

Peanut butter contains a significant amount of vitamin E, niacin (B3), manganese, vitamin B6, and magnesium. It also has a good level of copper, a mineral that helps with the bones, immune system, and blood vessels. Copper can help reduce risk of osteoporosis and heart disease.

When is a Good Time to Drink the Avocado Banana Smoothie?

This smoothie is a quick and easy, delicious option for breakfast. When you are in a hurry, you can take it with you to go!

You can also drink this smoothie before starting an intense workout! There should be enough energy provided to last you through your rigorous workout routine. The protein can help in promoting muscle growth and promote recovery.

Another option is to consume the Avocado Banana smoothie right after a workout. If you want more ideas for high calorie shakes and smoothies, try our High Calorie Shakes E-Book.

How to Make the Avocado Banana Smoothie

Make sure to look at the ingredient list when adding the items into the blender cup. You need to add them, in order, from top to bottom. Then blend until the consistency is smooth and without chunks. Finally, pour the finished Avocado Banana smoothie into a 14 oz or larger cup.

Optional Variations to the Avocado Banana Smoothie

This delicious smoothie is sure to be a favorite, but if it gets old here are a few variations to keep it interesting.

Banana

Applesauce
Avocado
Chia Seeds
Yogurt
Etc.

Peanut Butter

Almond Butter
Cashew Butter
Walnut Butter
Flax Seeds
Chia Seeds
Etc.

Almond Milk

Whole Milk
Half-and-half
Goats Milk
Rice Milk
Hemp Milk
Soy Milk
Oat Milk

What Tastes Delicious with this Avocado Banana Smoothie?

Pairing toast and nutella with this Avocado Banana smoothie will make a sweet combination. The smoothie is a good replacement for cookies, and there will most likely be no sugar crash after consumption.

Eating peanuts and dried cranberries while sipping on this smoothie is also a tasty combo. You get sweet and salty flavors along with a great source of protein that will help provide you with energy throughout the whole day.

Another food combination to enjoy with your Avocado Banana smoothie are hummus and crackers. They provide you with a smooth and crunchy snack along with your smoothie.

Guacamole and carrots with this smoothie is a tasty and nutritious combo. Replacing chips with veggies lets you add extra fiber and nutrients to your snack. You can easily make guacamole from mini avocado packages and take your food on the road.

Rolling up some deli meat with whatever you want inside will definitely give you a nice salty flavor with your Avocado Banana smoothie. You can add more fiber and nutrients by putting vegetables inside of the meat.

How to Store Extra Smoothie?

You can store your leftover smoothie in the refrigerator. If you do this, you should finish it the same day. You may need to re-blend with more liquid or stir in extra milk in case the smoothie gets too thick.

Another option for storage of your leftover Avocado Banana smoothie is the freezer. Although it will take longer to thaw, the smoothie should stay good for about a month. You could also make leftover smoothie into high calorie freezer pops as a cool treat for later.

We Finally Reach the Recipe

Now let’s take a look at the instructions for making the smoothie.