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Need a smoothie refresh for the summer? I’ve got one for you:
Avocado matcha oat smoothie!
It’s cold, creamy, and the texture is like a thick milkshake but made with nutritious ingredients that you’ll likely already find in the pantry.
To keep the texture smooth without watering it down with ice, just throw in some Quaker oats – either the old-fashioned or quick oats will work here! Both have the same nutritional values.
Not only does it help with the texture, but it’s also an affordable way to add in a source of complex carbs . Plus, for every ½ cup of oats, you get 4 grams of fiber towards your daily recommended 25-38 grams.
The key here is to soak the oats beforehand so that it’s easier on your blender. I love this combination for either breakfast or lunch because it’s made up of all three macronutrients carbohydrates from the oats, protein from the yogurt, fat from the avocado, AND a serving of fruits . Everything you want to help keep your body feeling good this summer!
Be sure to visit QuakerOats.com to find even more smoothie recipes to try out this summer!
- 1/2 cup Quaker Old Fashioned Oats
- 1 cup almond milk, divided
- 1/3 cup plain greek yogurt
- 1/2 small-medium avocado
- ½ frozen large banana
- ½ cup raw spinach
- 2 dates, pitted**
- 1 tsp matcha green tea powder
- Optional toppings: berries, coconut flakes, hemp + chia seeds
- **or 2 tsp sweetener of choice (maple syrup, honey, or sugar-free alternative sweeteners like stevia)
- Add oats to a bowl and cover with 1/2 cup milk.
- Cover and place in the fridge for 15 minutes or let sit overnight.
- In a blender, add soaked oats, 1/2 cup milk, yogurt, avocado, banana, spinach, dates, and matcha powder.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add optional toppings of choice.
