Avocado Smoothie....green and awesome!

A client of mine came up with this great recipe for a smoothie that I had to share. Protein shakes aren't just a good post-workout option. Depending on what they're made with, they can be fantastic meal subsitutions.

One common question I get from clients is how to incorporate healthy fats into smoothies without using almond or peanut butter. Avocado and coconut milk in the following recipe are 2 great ways to add those healthy fats in! The combination of a full serving of protein, loads of fibre and good fats, this smoothie will stick with you all throughout to your next meal! On it's own it has a very mild flavour, so I find it works really well as a base - it lends itself well to adding additional ingredients like mint, or berries or other fruit.

Thanks Yusra :) This one is definitely a keeper!

Avocado Coconut Smoothie - makes 1

Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of avocado
- approx 1/4 cup of coconut milk frozen in cubes*
- 1 scoop of vanilla/plain protein powder
- 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk
* feel free to add in mint, berries or peaches for great added flavour!

1) Combine all ingredients in the magic bullet or blender and mix until smooth! Done :)

* using an ice cube tray (or if you're like me and don't have one, use a silicon muffin tray!) freeze light or regular coconut milk - its a great way to add thickness and creamy texture to a smoothie!

Calories: 295; fat 16g; carb 9g; fibre 5g; protein 30g;