Avocados are an excellent source of healthy fats including monounsaturated fat and alpha-linolenic acid an omega-3 fatty acid. Avocados are nutrient-rich with high levels of vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, potassium, folate, and fiber. My favorite avocados are Hass because the taste and creamy flesh are perfect!
Pear Avocado Green Smoothie is a creamy delicious blend of Comice pears, avocado, green oak leaf lettuce, lemon juice, raw walnuts, vanilla, dates and coconut water. This cleansing smoothie blend is a rich source of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, protein, phytochemicals, nourishing fats, omega-3 fatty acids, and fiber which will help detox and rejuvenate your body.
Pear Avocado Green Smoothie
Raw Vegan, Paleo, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free
Makes 2 servings
3 cups young coconut water*
2 cups organic Comice pears- cored, cut into cubes and frozen
3 cups organic green oak leaf lettuce
1 small Hass avocado-pitted and peeled
⅛ cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons sprouted or raw walnuts
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2-3 pitted Medjool dates
1. Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Drink half the smoothie for breakfast and refrigerate the remaining smoothie in a glass mason jar and enjoy for a mid-afternoon snack.
*Young coconut water comes from young Thai coconuts that are white on the outside with a pointy top. If you can’t find them in your area feel free to purchase packaged young coconut water or use filtered or spring water.
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