Keto Avocado Smoothie
Start your day with a refreshing avocado smoothie. This keto smoothie is made with only four ingredients and has the perfect combination of healthy fats and protein to keep you satisfied and energized.
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 315kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ avocado
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 cup of ice
- 1 scoop keto friendly vanilla flavored protein powder
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender and pulse for 10-20 seconds.
- If desired, top with additional sliced avocado and keto whipped cream.
- Serve cold.
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Notes
- If you don't want to use protein powder, add in 1.5 teaspoons of your favorite sugar free sweetener and ½ teaspoon vanilla.
- Add more or less ice to preference.
- You can use frozen or fresh avocado in this avocado smoothie recipe.
- Store in a mason jar or airtight container for 1 day. Shake or blend before drinking.
- Flavors to try:
- Matcha powder (1 teaspoon) - gives you a boost from the caffeine and contains a high amount of amino acids.
- Berries (½ cup) - Frozen strawberries, blueberries or raspberries work well in this smoothie.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder ( 1 tablespoon) - turns this into a great keto chocolate avocado smoothie.
- Ground hemp hearts or flax seed (1 tablespoon) - easy way to up the nutritional profile.
- Frozen spinach (1 cup) - a simple way to get more veggies in your diet.
- Nut butters (1 tablespoon) - peanut butter or almond butter work beautifully in this simple avocado smoothie.
Nutrition
Serving: 1smoothie | Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 62mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 1g