Lemon Blueberry Avocado Smoothie
This lemon blueberry avocado smoothie is such a delicious, easy, and filling breakfast idea! Touches of lemon zest, vanilla, and cinnamon add so much incredible flavour, while avocado and yogurt make the texture super creamy. Recipe is gluten-free, naturally sweetened only with fruit, and can be made vegan if needed.

This lemon blueberry smoothie flavour was inspired by my lemon blueberry overnight oats recipe (one of my favourites). This smoothie version worked perfectly and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
This recipe is made with only 8 ingredients and it’s nutritionally balanced, containing sources of protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich carbohydrates. There are no added sugars and the sweetness of the blueberries is brought out even more by the addition of vanilla and cinnamon.
As a dietitian, I love creating delicious recipes that pack in a ton of nutrition benefits and that leave you feeling full and energized. This breakfast smoothie ticks all those boxes!
Want more smoothie recipe inspiration? Check out my roundup of easy, healthy smoothie recipes for more ideas. You may also love my Blueberry Peach Smoothie or this Strawberry Avocado Smoothie!
Ingredients Needed
All you need to make this blueberry smoothie are 8 simple ingredients:
- blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- avocados (fresh or frozen)
- lemon (juice + zest)
- almond milk
- plain greek yogurt
- chia seeds
- vanilla extract
- cinnamon
Full ingredient measurements and detailed instructions are located in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post!
Recipe Modifications & Ingredient Swaps
- Instead of almond milk, you can use any milk or milk alternatives that you like. Just aim for an unsweetened one, if possible.
- If you want to increase the protein content of this smoothie, feel free to add a scoop of your favourite protein powder. An unflavoured or vanilla version would work best.
- You can swap the greek yogurt with a vegan alternative if needed. Do note that this will likely lower the protein content though!
- Instead of chia seeds, you can use other seeds like hemp, pumpkin, or flax.
- While it may change the colour of this smoothie, feel free to add a handful of spinach for some extra greens. Spinach has a super neutral flavour and won’t alter the flavour profile too much!
How To Make Ahead & Store (Fridge or Freezer)
If your mornings are a rush, rest assured that you can make a smoothie the night before! This smoothie will keep for about 1-2 days in the fridge. Simply pour it into a jar with a lid and refrigerate. Note: separation is normal – just give the jar a good shake before drinking.
In case you’re wondering – yes, you can freeze green smoothies! It’s a great way to include them in your breakfast meal prep.
One way to do this is by pouring any extra smoothie into silicone ice cube trays or muffin tins and placing them in the freezer. Once frozen, you can pop out the smoothie “cubes” and store them in a freezer-safe bag. Just thaw them for a few hours or the night before you want the smoothie.
My Favourite Blender
Vitamix Blender
I use this Vitamix almost every day. I bought it about 7 years ago and it still functions perfectly. It makes a super smooth and creamy smoothie in seconds (not to mention many other meals, like soups)!
Blueberry Smoothie Nutrition Benefits
This smoothie recipe is packed with nutritious ingredients, like:
- Blueberries, which are an excellent source of fibre, antioxidants, and micronutrients like vitamin C, K, B6 + manganese.
- Avocados, which are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids, dietary fibre, and micronutrients like vitamin C, B6, K, E, folate, magnesium, and potassium.
- Lemons, which are a good source of fibre, antioxidants + vitamin C!
- Plain greek yogurt, which is a great source of protein, gut-friendly probiotic bacteria, and micronutrients like calcium, potassium, vitamin A + B12.
- Chia seeds, which are packed with fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and minerals like magnesium, calcium + iron.
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes
- Blueberry Tahini Smoothie
- Papaya Banana Coconut Smoothie
- Ginger Pear Green Smoothie
- Banana Chai Smoothie With Vanilla
- Chocolate Banana Avocado Smoothie
- Simple Creamy Green Smoothie
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Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Avocado Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 lemon (zest from whole, juice from half)
- 2 cups almond milk, unsweetened (or other plant-based milk)
- 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup avocado chunks, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt (benefits of Greek yogurt)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Optional: unflavoured or vanilla protein powder or collagen powder
- Ice, until desired temperature reached (if not using frozen ingredients)
Instructions
- Wash + dry one lemon. Using a zester or grater, zest the entire peel of one lemon. Then, cut the lemon and juice one half.NOTE: I found using the zest of 1 lemon + the juice of only 1/2 to be the perfect amount of lemon flavour. If you like things extra lemony, you can try using the juice of the whole lemon, but I would taste the smoothie first before adding it!
- Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender, starting with the almond milk.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy. Feel free to adjust flavours or amounts of liquid until desired taste/consistency is reached. Enjoy!
Notes
- Instead of almond milk, you can use any milk or milk alternatives that you like. Just aim for an unsweetened one, if possible.
- If you want to increase the protein content of this smoothie, feel free to add a scoop of your favourite protein powder. An unflavoured or vanilla version would work best.
- You can swap the greek yogurt with a vegan alternative if needed. Do note that this will likely lower the protein content though!
- Instead of chia seeds, you can use other seeds like hemp, pumpkin, or flax.
- While it may change the colour of this smoothie, feel free to add a handful of spinach for some extra greens. Spinach has a super neutral flavour and won’t alter the flavour profile too much!
Nutrition
As a dietitian, I create recipes with whole food ingredients that provide the nutrients needed for optimal health. My nutrition philosophy does not focus on numbers; however, I understand that this information can be helpful.
Do note that the nutrition info provided is an estimate and I cannot guarantee correctness of the displayed values. These numbers will differ depending on brands used, recipe modifications, and amount eaten. If you require specific nutrition information due to medical reasons, please consult with your dietitian or physician.
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18 Comments on “Lemon Blueberry Avocado Smoothie”
This smoothie recipe is fantastic! It’s an amazing combination of ingredients & comes out perfect each time! Highly recommend & plan to make this one often 🤩
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Shauna!! So happy to hear you enjoyed this one 🙂
I absolutely loved this smoothie and will be making it often. The yogurt and avocado give it the perfect texture. The taste is as vibrant as the colour! Thanks Carrie. 💜
Hi Lesley! Thank you so so much for sharing your experience! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one as much as I did!! 🙂
I love the way I can rely on Carrie for consistently delicious, healthy recipes. This smoothie is no exception. The delicate play of lemon, cinnamon and vanilla plays wonderfully with the flavor of blueberries. As we slowly approach summer here in Vermont, I know I’ll be whipping more of this deliciousness to start my day out on the porch with the birds throughout the coming season—and year. Thanks, Carrie! xo
Hi Susi! Aw thank you so so much for this thoughtful comment. This makes my day to hear! I’m so happy you’re enjoying this smoothie recipe. I can totally picture this being enjoyed out on the porch with the birds chirping in the morning – what a lovely visual :). Thank you so much and can’t wait to hear what you try next!! Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
This recipe is an absolute winner!🏆 I tried it with an addition of frozen strawberries and substituted fat free Vanilla yoghurt for the Greek yoghurt, and I was blown away by the taste sensation this combination created. Tasted like liquid lemon meringue pie!! Will make this regularly and I highly recommend everyone tries it👌🔥😁🤤👏🍰💜💗
Hi Cassandra! Thank you so much for this kind review! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this recipe. Love how you described it as a liquid lemon meringue pie!! I’d love to know if you give any of my other smoothie recipes a try. Thanks so much again 🙂
Maybe I missed it, but is the nutritional information anywhere?
Hi Jessica! I don’t have nutrition info on my website at this time, but it’s something I’m working on.
While the exact nutrition facts will vary depending on what type of milk and yogurt you use – as written (with unsweetened almond milk + 2% plain greek yogurt), this comes to approximately 300 calories, 13g of fat, 35g of carbs (incl. 12g of fiber and 18g of naturally-occurring sugars), and 11g of protein per serving. If you add protein powder, that will obviously increase as well!
Can you please share how many servings this recipe yields (sorry if I missed that detail, but couldn’t find it)? I am a household of 1 and wonder if I should 1/2 the recipe. Thanks. Looking forward to trying it!
Hi Mandy! Thanks so much for your question. This recipe as written makes 2 servings – you are more than welcome to halve it! I hope you enjoy this smoothie!
PS. The serving size of each of my recipes is indicated at the top of the recipe card, underneath the description and along with the cook/prep time 🙂
Hi, do the chia seeds require soaking before adding to the smoothie? Thank you!
Hi Pam! No need to soak the chia seeds beforehand – they will thicken up when blended in the smoothie, which in turn helps to thicken the smoothie itself 🙂 I hope you enjoy the recipe!!
This was really tasty! It was super refreshing perfect spring or summer smoothie! My 2.5 year old loved it as well. We did not have green yogurt and used coconut milk and it still worked well!
Hi Charlotte!! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I’m so happy to hear that you and your little one loved this smoothie!! It means the world 🙂
I love this smoothie, no lemon, I just used lemon juice, Didn’t measure avocado so used 1/2 avocado. measure free! cinnamon, nutmeg, sesame seeds.
how can you loose. Great!
Hi Bonnie! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed this smoothie and I love all the delicious additions you made. I totally feel you – I often eyeball smoothie measurements myself haha 🙂