Avocado Citrus Green Smoothie

Healthy fats are always important in a balanced diet, and  allow us to absorb other nutrients to keep our bodies going. They are especially important in the winter when our skin and hair tends to be drier.  Sometimes it can be tough to get the right amount in, so one easy way is in a delicious smoothie. The recipe I am sharing with you today contains avocado, a heart healthy fat, as well as plenty of citrus to boost your vitamin c, and greens for extra goodness.  It tastes wonderful, and if you choose to add the optional protein powder, it is the perfect breakfast on the go.

Author: Amy Lyons O’Neil

Amy has worked for Fresh and Natural Foods since 2006 contributing to the variety of healthful foods we offer. She graduated with a degree in studio art from Bethel University in 2007, but in her senior year of college, found that her passion was with the art of food. She later used her photography and culinary skills to create a vegan food and recipe blog, Fragrant Vanilla Cake. She has also written 3 cookbooks. She specializes in vegan and vegetarian recipes. Local, fresh and organic food has always been her focus in whatever she creates.

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Servings: 1 serving | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 0 minutes | Ready in: 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 small organic avocado
• 1 organic grapefruit, peeled
• 1/2 cup kumquats
• Juice of 1 organic orange
• Juice of 1 organic lemon
• 1 frozen organic banana
• 1 scoop Garden of Life Raw vanilla protein powder
• Stevia to taste (or your choice liquid sweetener)
• Large handful of kale or spinach

Instructions

In a high speed blender, combine all ingredients, and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy!