Brazilian Avocado Smoothie

Brazilians have a way with avocados. Avocado shakes and smoothies are a regular part of their diet and can be made sweet or savoury. It’s a healthy and flavourful way to put a bounce in your step first thing in the morning!

2 cups (500 mL) unsweetened almond milk
1 avocado, peeled and chopped
1 Tbsp (15 mL) lemon juice
1 tsp (5 mL) natural vanilla extract
3 Tbsp (45 mL) wildflower honey
4 ice cubes

Place all ingredients in blender and whirl until smooth. Taste and add more honey, if you wish.

Serves 2.

Each serving contains: 247 calories; 2 g protein; 12 g total fat (2 g sat. fat, 0 g trans fat); 36 g carbohydrates; 6 g fibre; 177 mg sodium

source: "Avocados", alive #347, September 2011