Avocado Basil Citrus Detox Smoothie: 5 Amazing Benefits
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Enjoy a refreshing and revitalizing Avocado Basil Citrus Detox Smoothie, crafted to hydrate and support your well-being.
- Author: Noah Younssi
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1-2 servings
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Modern
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and scooped
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 cup water, or more to reach desired consistency
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Ice cubes (optional)
- Combine the avocado, basil leaves, orange juice, lime juice, and water in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add honey or maple syrup and blend again.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- For a colder smoothie, add a handful of ice cubes and blend until smooth.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Ensure your avocado is ripe for the creamiest texture.
- Adjust the amount of citrus juice to your taste preference.
- For a thinner smoothie, use more water. For a thicker smoothie, use less water or add more avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: Approximately 300-400 (will vary based on optional sweetener and exact ingredient amounts)
- Sugar: Approximately 15-25g (will vary based on optional sweetener)
- Sodium: Approximately 10-20mg
- Fat: Approximately 20-30g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 3-5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 17-25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 30-40g
- Fiber: Approximately 10-15g
- Protein: Approximately 5-8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg