This diabetes-friendly avocado smoothie with leafy greens is a great way to add some healthy fats to your diet. Plus, it’s so easy to make — just toss everything in a blender!
I wanted a smoothie packed with healthy fats that would help me control my blood sugars. This dairy-free avocado smoothie with leafy greens was just what I was looking for!
This smoothie is not sweet. Instead, it’s creamy, cool, and tangy, thanks to the avocado, mint, and lemon.
Best of all, each glass contains a healthy serving of greens!
What you will love about this avocado smoothie with leafy greens
- It’s creamy and nutritious
- It’s low-carb and dairy-free
- You can customize it with your favorite greens
- It’s loaded with vitamins, nutrients, and healthy fats
- It’s great for a quick boost of energy
Avocado smoothie ingredients
This nutritious and refreshing smoothie comes together with a handful of healthy ingredients.
- Baby spinach — This mild leafy green blends well and adds fiber, vitamins, and a bright green color to the smoothie.
- Baby kale — Adds a slightly earthy flavor and a big boost of nutrients. Baby kale is more tender and milder than mature kale, making it better for a smoothie.
- Mint — Gives the smoothie its cool, refreshing taste to balance the richness of the avocado.
- Avocado — Is a dairy-free way to add creaminess for a smooth, satisfying texture with a boost of healthy fats.
- Lemon juice — I recommend freshly squeezed lemon to brighten the flavor and add a touch of acidity to balance the creaminess.
- Water — Adjust the amount for your desired thickness.
- Ice cubes — This helps thicken and chill the smoothie.
- Stevia — Optional if you want to make the smoothie sweeter.
How to make an avocado smoothie with leafy greens
- Add the spinach, kale, mint, avocado, lemon juice, and water to a high-powered blender. Add the ice cubes last.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour into a glass.
Enjoy!
Recipe tips and tricks
- Blend the smoothie on high speed to ensure the greens are fully incorporated and the texture is creamy.
- Taste and adjust the lemon juice based on how tart you want the smoothie.
Substitutions and variations
- You can swap baby spinach for arugula or Swiss chard for a different leafy green flavor.
- I sometimes use coconut water instead of plain water for a touch of natural sweetness and extra nutrients.
- If you want some protein, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder.
What to eat with this recipe
Looking for a quick bite to enjoy with your nutritious smoothie? I like pairing this drink with date almond energy bites or peanut butter protein balls.
If it’s first thing in the morning, I like having an oatmeal muffin with pumpkin seeds and nuts for a well-rounded breakfast.
For a savory option, keto egg muffins are great to make head. A low-sodium spinach quiche would also be delicious!
Storage and freezing
- If you have any leftover green smoothie, you can store it covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. If it separates, just throw it black in the blender to get that creamy texture.
- I wouldn’t recommend storing in the freezer since the smoothie will freeze solid and be difficult to blend.
Other healthy smoothie recipes
I love a cool, refreshing smoothie that will give me energy without boosting my blood sugars! If you’re looking for more diabetes-friendly smoothies, here are a few recipes I know you’ll enjoy:
For even more smoothie inspiration, check out this roundup of the best low-carb smoothies for diabetics!
Avocado Smoothie with Leafy Greens
Ingredients
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup baby kale
- 2 mint sprigs
- 1 avocado, (peeled and seed removed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Add your spinach, kale, mint, avocado, lemon juice, and water to a high-powered blender. Add the ice cubes last.2 cups baby spinach, 1 cup baby kale, 2 mint sprigs, 1 avocado, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 cups water, ½ cup ice cubes
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth.
- Optional: You can a few drops of Stevia to make the smoothie sweeter
