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This Keto Green Smoothie is packed with energizing superfood ingredients to keep you full and focused throughout your day! I love drinking a glass of this keto smoothie during the early afternoon because it keeps me satiated until dinnertime! This is one of my top keto smoothie recipes I highly recommend.
Fiber-Rich, On-The-Go Low-Carb, And Green Smoothie
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Keto Green Smoothie Sweetened With Monk Fruit Sweetener
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Low-Carb Green Smoothie With An Added Boost of Energy From MCT Oil
MCT oil powder is my absolute favorite way to incorporate healthy fats into my diet, especially by way of this Keto Smoothie Recipe. Derived from coconuts, MCT Oil rapidly becomes absorbed by our bodies, then converted into physical energy and causes improved mental performance. The days that I do not have MCT Oil in my smoothie or my coffee, I instantly notice a decline in my ability to focus and my energy output in the gym. There is rarely a day that goes by that I don’t add MCT Oil or MCT Oil Powder to a drink or meal!
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Net Carbs In This Recipe
With only 4.1 grams of net carbs (all of which are coming from low-glycemic, whole, real food!), you can enjoy this nutrient-dense and low carb smoothies while happily remaining in ketosis!
Diets This Healthy Smoothie Recipe Is Compliant With
This recipe is keto, low-carb, paleo, low-glycemic, egg-free, nut-free, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, and refined-sugar-free.
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Keto Green Smoothie
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 Smoothie 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blend
- Cuisine: American
Description
This Keto Green Smoothie is the ultimate superfood smoothie! One serving is only 4.1g net carbs, full of fiber, and is keto, low-carb, paleo, low-glycemic, egg-free, nut-free, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, and refined-sugar-free!
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup (20g) spinach blend
- 1/2 medium avocado (~135g)
- 1 scoop (10g) MCT oil powder (use code “REALBALANCED” for 15% off Perfect Keto Products!)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp matcha powder
- 1 tbsp (12g) golden monk fruit sweetener (use code “REALBALANCED” for 20% off Lakanto brand products!)
- 1/2 cup (240mL) coconut milk (from a carton)
- 2/3 cup water
- 5 ice cubes
Optional additions:
- 1/2 tbsp (~6g) chia seeds, soaked in 2 tbsp water for 15 minutes
- 1 tbsp (~6g) collagen powder
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder (my favorite paleo protein powder or my favorite vegan protein powder)
- 1/2 tsp maca root powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to blender and blend until well-combined.
- Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes:
Coconut Milk Substitution: Instead of using 1/2 coconut milk, you can substitute in 1/4 cup (60mL) heavy cream + 1/4 cup water.
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MS says
I’m wondering why you specify the carton version of coconut milk over the canned?
It seems the cartons are more of coconut milk “beverage” whereas the cans are usually more unadulterated versions of coconut milk.
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Sara Nelson says
As you mentioned, they are two different products. Since they are very different consistencies, they will incorporate very differently into the smoothie. The coconut milk from a container is best here since it’s more of a milk-like consistency. Canned coconut milk will work, but it will yield a very thick and chunky smoothie. You could use it though; I would just recommend adding water as well to thin it out.
Mel says
Curious why you’d use MCT powder instead of the oil?
Sara Nelson says
You can use MCT oil here if you’d prefer. I just typically opt for MCT oil powder because it’s much easier to digest.
Stacey McCord says
Can you share how you are getting 341 calories? I put the ingredients in MyFitnessPal and only get to around 225. Calorie drivers are avocado (120 kcal), mct oil (70 kcal), and coconut milk – unsweetened from a carton (20 kcal), spinach (20).
Sara Nelson says
The MCT oil powder is where the remainder of the calories are coming from (70 calories per serving from 1 scoop).
Katie says
Where is all the fiber coming from in this? In MyFitnessPal it sasy only 5.9g (w/o the optional add-ins).
Sara Nelson says
It comes from the sugar alcohol in the monk fruit sweetener. The nutrition label doesn’t have an option to separate Sugar Alcohol out from the carb content, so it’s added in with the fiber.
Lauren Campbell says
How do you get vegan collagen
Sara Nelson says
It’s available online. I like this Anima Mundi Collagen, which can be found on Thrive Market.
Jennifer Bates says
Do I need the green tea stuff for this or can it taste good without?
Sara Nelson says
You can omit the matcha powder!
Kathleen says
Can I use mct oil powder in this,
Sara Nelson says
Absolutely! I’d use 1 scoop (10g) of MCT Oil Powder here.