Savory Avocado Smoothie Bowl

This smoothie bowl has everything you'd want in a regular salad and more, packed with plenty of kale and heart-healthy avocado. Citrus and sweetness, plus seeds and nuts for protein and fiber, make this bowl great for any time of day.

Ingredients

• 1 medium (130 g) orange, peeled
• 2 (250 g) avocados, peeled, pitted (reserve half for garnish)
• 3 cups (65 g) kale
• ¼ cup (32 g) almonds
• 2 Tablespoons hemp seeds
• 1 Tablespoon flax seed
• 6 each (45 g) deglet noor dates

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
2. Run the Smoothie Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades. Scoop smoothie into serving bowls, topping with the remaining 1/2 avocado diced up, and with extra seeds and nuts or as desired.

Notes

Tough kale, nuts, and seeds make this the perfect Vitamix recipe. With just the right amount of sweetness, it can be enjoyed any time of day. The dates, hemp, and almonds are all pulverized down to create a smooth and creamy texture with the addition of avocado.

Nutrition

1 serving (276g)

• Calories: 489

• Total Fat: 34g

• Total Carbohydrate: 44g

  • Dietary Fiber: 17g
  • Sugars: 22g

• Protein: 12g

• Cholesterol: 10.18mg

• Sodium: 25mg