This drink has a lovely smooth thick texture which tastes surprisingly good. Avocado is a good alternative for bananas in smoothies.

We have developed this recipe as some have an intolerance to bananas and are looking for another alternative, which makes avocado a perfect ingredient.

The benefits of using avocado is it contains no cholesterol and little saturated fat, good source of folate and fibre making this a healthy ingredient option.

Ingredients

• 1/2 avocado

• 1 cup fresh apple juice

• 6 strawberries, hulled

• 1/2 cup blueberries

• 3 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice

• Handful ice

Method

1. Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.

2. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Table

Servings: 2 Serving size:270g

Average ServeAverage 100gEnergy703 kJ261 kJ 168 Cal62 CalProtein1.5 g0.6 gFat, total9.6 g3.6 g- Saturated2.3 g0.9 gCarbohydrate16.1 g6.0 g- Sugars16.0 g5.9 gSodium12 mg5 mg

Source: http://www.weightloss.com.au/healthy-recipes/drink-recipes/avocado-and-berry-smoothie/