It’s healthy and yummy. Yes, at the same time.
Some things just do not seem like they would work together: Avocados. Spinach. Ice Cream. Who would have thought this combo could work? And, even more improbable: they would be GOOD together.
Lydia at Perfect Pantry is one of my favorite bloggers. I love that I can go to her blog with a specific ingredient in mind to feature and I will always be inspired.
This “ice cream” is the result of one of those searches. I was wondering if you could make an ice cream with avocados. They have a high fat content (GOOD fat, people!), and so I thought they might make a smooth and creamy ice cream. Turns out, they do! So, this churn-free version was inspired by Perfect Pantry’s Avocado Coconut Milk Ice Cream.
And, in case you’re wondering if this avocado deliciousness belongs on a southwest food blog – In my defense I must say that Top Chef Bayless, a.k.a King of Mexican Food, made this on Top Chef a few years back.
Stay cool all my Arizona friends and family!
- 1 can (15 ounces) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- ¼ cup sweetener of choice
- Flesh of one large ripe Haas avocado
- 1 cup lightly packed spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups ice cubes
- Please ingredients in a blender in the order listed and blend until very smooth.
- Place in freezer and chill for about one hour, until firm.
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Sandy is a former elementary educator whose love for cooking has gone out of control. She has completed a degree in culinary arts and is now a food writer, photographer, cookbook author and co-creator of the popular website Everyday Southwest. 
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