Keto Green Smoothie Bowl

What This Smoothie Bowl Is

This keto green smoothie bowl is blended from almond milk, spinach, avocado and Greek yogurt, then poured into a bowl and topped with low-carb extras. It takes 10 minutes, needs no cooking, and makes 2 servings of one bowl each.

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The base is thick and creamy without any sweetener. Chia seeds, almond butter, vanilla and cinnamon round out the flavor, and each bowl comes to about 6 grams of carbohydrates.

What Goes in the Blender

The full amounts are in the recipe card at the bottom. Here is what each ingredient does.

• Unsweetened almond milk: the liquid base. It gives a creamy texture without adding carbs.
• Fresh spinach: low in carbs, and it gives the bowl its green color.
• Avocado: half an avocado makes the texture thick and creamy and helps the bowl keep you full.
• Unsweetened Greek yogurt: adds protein and creaminess without added sugar.
• Chia seeds: a tablespoon adds fiber.
• Almond butter: adds a nutty flavor.
• Vanilla extract and cinnamon: a little aroma and a hint of sweetness.
• Ice cubes (optional): these thicken the bowl if you want it more like soft serve than a drink.

Blending and Topping

Wash and measure everything first so the blending takes a minute. Put the almond milk, spinach, avocado, yogurt, chia seeds, almond butter, vanilla and cinnamon in a high-speed blender and run it on high until smooth. If the mixture looks thin, add a few ice cubes and blend again.

Pour it into a bowl and add your toppings straight away. Sliced almonds, coconut flakes and a few berries all work. Check the carb count of anything you add, since toppings are where a keto bowl can drift. Serve it right after blending.

Tips for a Thicker, Sweeter Bowl

• Use frozen spinach. It makes the bowl thicker and keeps it cold.
• Switch the nut butter. Peanut butter or sunflower seed butter can stand in for almond butter and change the flavor a little.
• Sweeten with drops. A few drops of stevia or erythritol sweeten the bowl without adding carbs.
• Pick low-carb toppings. Sliced almonds and coconut flakes fit; berries are fine in small amounts.

A high-speed blender gives the smoothest result. If you only have an immersion blender, it will work as a substitute.

Variations

• Protein powder: a scoop of your favorite adds more protein.
• Kale instead of spinach: the flavor turns slightly earthy.
• Low-carb fruit: raspberries, strawberries or blackberries add color and flavor. Keep the amount small.

What to Serve on the Side

Scrambled eggs and avocado slices go well next to the bowl for a bigger breakfast. For something to drink, herbal tea or black coffee adds no carbs. If you like crunch, sprinkle a keto-friendly granola on top.

Nutrition per Serving

One bowl has about 300 calories, 25 grams of fat (3 grams saturated), 6 grams of carbohydrates, 4 grams of fiber, 2 grams of sugar, 10 grams of protein and 150 milligrams of sodium. These are estimates.

FAQ

Can I use something other than almond milk?

Coconut milk gives a creamy texture and a slight tropical flavor, and it suits a nut allergy. Unsweetened soy milk also works. Oat milk can be used too, but it adds more carbs, so it is a poor fit if you follow keto strictly.

Can I make this bowl sweeter?

Add a few drops of stevia or erythritol. A small amount of unsweetened cocoa powder blended in turns it into a chocolate version.

Can I prepare it in advance?

The bowl is best fresh, but you can wash and chop the spinach and avocado ahead and keep them in airtight containers in the fridge. Blend everything when you are ready to eat.

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