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Avocado-Pear Smoothie

Avocado provides folic acid, fiber, and monounsaturated fatty acids; pear adds extra soluble fiber and sweetness.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

1 ripe, firm Hass avocado
1/2 cup (about 4 ounces) drained silken tofu
1 cup unsweetened pear juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups ice cubes

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cut avocado in half lengthwise; remove pit, then score flesh into cubes. With a large spoon, scrape flesh into a blender. Add tofu, pear juice, honey, and vanilla, and puree until smooth. Add ice; blend until smooth. Divide among four glasses, and serve.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 2

    (Per Serving)

    Step 3

    Calories: 164

    Step 4

    Saturated Fat: 1.1g

    Step 5

    Unsaturated Fat: 5.8g

    Step 6

    Cholesterol: 0mg

    Step 7

    Carbohydrates: 23.3g

    Step 8

    Protein: 2.3g

    Step 9

    Sodium: 6.5mg

    Step 10

    Fiber: 3.8g

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