High-protein chocolate avocado smoothie

High-protein chocolate avocado smoothie with avocado, almond milk and chocolate protein powder – creamy and quickly blended for an easy start to the day.

At a glance

• Serves 2
• Prep time: 5 min
• No cooking needed
• Total time: 5 min
• Calories: 410 kcal per serving
• Protein: 28 g
• Fat: 28 g
• Carbs: 15 g

Ingredients

• 1/2 ripe avocado
• 250ml unsweetened almond milk
• 1 small pinch of sea salt
• 30g chocolate protein powder (unsweetened)
• A few ice cubes
• 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder

Method

You’ll need: blender · chopping board · knife

1. Halve the avocado, scoop out the flesh and put it in the blender with the unsweetened almond milk.
2. Add the chocolate protein powder, unsweetened cocoa powder and a small pinch of sea salt.
3. Add the ice cubes and blend everything until the smoothie is creamy and even.
4. If it's still too thick, adjust with a little almond milk and blend again briefly.
5. Taste and round it off with a little more cocoa if needed.
6. Pour into a glass and serve cold straight away.

Good to know

Chocolatey, creamy and pleasantly mild. This smoothie feels more like a little dessert than a classic shake. That's exactly what makes it so easy.

Swaps

1/2 ripe avocado → 2 tbsp almond butter (just as creamy, a similar amount of fat) 250 ml unsweetened almond milk → 250 ml organic coconut drink with no additives (check it contains no seed oils) 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder → 1 tsp carob powder (milder, naturally sweeter flavour, caffeine-free)

Allergens

Contains tree nuts from the almond milk and, depending on the protein powder, milk or soya (ideally choose a powder with no sweeteners). Generally fine for children and in pregnancy, but check the protein powder's ingredients and quality carefully.

Frequently asked questions

Which fats are in avocado?

Avocado mainly contains monounsaturated fats, especially oleic acid. It also provides fibre and smaller amounts of vitamin E and folate.

What does unsweetened cocoa powder provide, nutritionally?

Cocoa powder naturally contains polyphenols plus some magnesium and iron. The amounts vary with processing and where the beans come from.

Who should be careful with almond milk?

Anyone with an almond allergy, of course. Depending on the brand, it can also contain thickeners or added minerals that not everyone gets on with equally well.

What should I look for in chocolate protein powder?

It's worth checking the ingredient list: the protein source, flavourings and emulsifiers vary a lot. Ideally choose a powder with no sweeteners; if you react to milk ingredients, checking is especially important.

Is the caffeine or theobromine in cocoa an issue?

Cocoa contains small amounts of caffeine and a little more theobromine. The amount in one smoothie is usually moderate, but sensitive people may still notice it.

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