Many times, a smoothie hits the spot, especially on a hot day. Although
I am not a big fan of this typical American concoction, I love avocado
smoothies. I encountered them for the first time in Bali. This island produces
amazing fruits and vegetables. There is something about Bali which is difficult
to describe. It is not only the amazing sense for beauty which the inhabitants
display everywhere. There is something intangible in the air, Bali’s own kind
of magic.
In Bali I have eaten the tastiest papayas of my life and I encountered
avocado smoothies. In Bali it is called avocado juice. This name is somewhat
misleading because they blend the avocado with full fat milk resulting in a
thick cream which you can eat with a spoon. Being allergic to dairy I have
blended avocado with coconut and almond milk which works just as well. Of
course it tastes different but it makes wonderful smoothies all the same.
Of course you can prepare smoothies with just about any fruit or
vegetable you fancy. Don’t hesitate to experiment. A smoothie in company with
some crackers or cookies is the perfect quick snack whenever hunger pangs hit
home.
Remember that you need really ripe avocados for this recipe. When you
find promising avocados in the market which are not yet soft, ripen them at
home. Wrap them in paper and keep them out of direct sunlight. Check them daily
as they spoil quickly once they are ready.
Velvet sensations with Avocado smoothie
Ingredients
(for 1 big serving):
1 small, ripe avocado
1 cup coconut milk or
almond milk
1 tablespoon sugar
Method:
Half the avocado; take out
the stone and scoop out the flesh.
Place the flesh with the
sugar and the milk substitute into the blender and blend until you have a
smooth cream.
Fill into a glass and
enjoy.
