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Home » Recipes » Green Keto Smoothie

Christel OerumBy Christel Oerum on June 15, 2019, Updated June 30, 2020
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Green Keto Smoothie

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Low carb kale, cucumber, and celery come together with delicious healthy fats like avocado and peanut butter to make this easy Green Keto Smoothie a nutritional powerhouse!

Green keto smoothie in a glass with a straw and garnished with mint

Fruit smoothies get a lot of attention, but if you’re looking for something super healthy and refreshing, green smoothies are the way to go!

Green smoothies are made with vegetables and low-sugar fruits (like avocado), so while they’re just as tasty, they are actually much healthier for your blood sugar levels.

And this green keto smoothie recipe is a fantastic way to incorporate some healthy greens and fats without the blood sugar spike!

The creaminess of the smoothie comes from the added peanut butter, avocado, and almond milk. They give it a dreamy texture that perfectly compliments the refreshing, slightly zingy flavor. It’s also completely vegan!

I wouldn’t consider this smoothie “sweet,” but it does have slightly sweet undertones from the peanut butter and almond milk. It’s a wonderful balance that really hits the spot on a hot summer day or after a hard workout.

Plus, it only takes minutes to throw together. All you have to do is toss the ingredients in the blender! 

How to make this green keto smoothie recipe 

Even on the busiest of mornings, this easy smoothie recipe can be whipped up in a matter of minutes. And it’s the perfect fuel you need to start your day!

Step 1: Add all of the ingredients to a high-speed blender.

Whole ingredients for the smoothie in the blender

Step 2: Pulse to combine, stopping to scrape down the sides if necessary.

Smooth and creamy smoothie in the blender

Pour your smoothie into a glass and enjoy!

I recommend garnishing with a little fresh mint for an extra refreshing taste.

Picking your ingredients

I like to make this low carb smoothie with unsweetened almond milk. It’s super low in calories but adds great flavor and creaminess.

For an even creamier smoothie, you could use coconut milk or even canned coconut cream instead. These will add calories, so they’re good if you’re drinking this smoothie as a meal and want it to keep you full for hours. They also add more healthy fats! 

If you’re not worried about vegan ingredients, you could also use regular milk, but keep in mind that this would increase the carbs.

To increase the amount of protein, feel free to add a scoop of your favorite protein powder! Vanilla or unflavored protein powder (like collagen protein) would work the best. I wouldn’t recommend chocolate protein powder based on the other flavors in this smoothie. Plus, it will turn the mix a strange brown color, and no one wants that!

Green smoothie served in a glass with a metal straw

Tips for your perfect smoothie

When it comes to achieving the right texture, having a high-speed blender is a must for this recipe!

Blending fibrous veggies like celery and kale can take some work. This smoothie is definitely it’s best when blended until silky smooth. 

As I mentioned, this is not a sweet smoothie. It has a sweet undertone from the almond milk and peanut butter, but the majority of the ingredients are low-sugar vegetables. So if you would like to have a sweeter smoothie, add in a couple of drops of liquid stevia.

I like to store all of my ingredients in the refrigerator prior to blending them up. Chilling everything makes the smoothie extra refreshing, especially on a hot day or after a hard workout!

One tip I have is to buy avocados in bulk and freeze them once they ripen. They’ll stay good for quite a while, and then you can grab one any time you’re in the mood for a low carb green smoothie!  

Close up the garnished smoothie on a wooden board

Nutrition

The key to a green keto smoothie is to include lots of veggies for flavor and color, but to keep the carb count low.

This smoothie has 8.6 grams of total carbs per serving and 3.8 grams of fiber. This means there are 4.6 grams of net carbs. And with the 10.8 grams of healthy fat per serving, this smoothie is great for anyone following a keto diet!

You certainly do not have to be keto to enjoy this smoothie. The healthy fats will give you energy for hours, and the low carbs mean you won’t see a spike in your blood sugar.

It’s a delicious, refreshing way to enjoy your veggies and fuel up for the day!

Storage

The lemon juice in this recipe will help preserve the smoothie and keep it from browning.

You can store any extra in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Since this recipe makes 2 servings, you can enjoy half immediately and save the rest for later!

Other healthy smoothie recipes

I love whipping up healthy shakes or smoothies for a quick breakfast, a tasty snack, or even a creamy dessert! Here are a few of my favorite recipes that I know you’ll love:

  • Bulletproof Coffee Keto Milkshake
  • Vegan Blueberry Smoothie
  • Low-Carb Smoothie Bowl

You can also check out this roundup I created of the best low-carb smoothies for diabetics for even more inspiration!

When you’ve tried this smoothie, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

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Green Keto Smoothie

Low carb vegetables like kale, cucumber, and celery come together with delicious healthy fats like avocado and peanut butter to make this easy Green Keto Smoothie a nutritional powerhouse!
Prep Time:5 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes
Author:Christel Oerum
Servings:2 servings
4.7 from 90 votes
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Ingredients

  • 1 oz. kale leaves
  • 1/2 avocado (peeled and stone removed)
  • 1 stick celery (chopped)
  • 2 oz. cucumber (peeled)
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or regular milk)
  • 1 tbsp. peanut butter (you can use any nut butter you like)
  • 2 tbsp. freshly squeeze lemon juice
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Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to a high-speed blender.
  • Pulse to combine, stopping to scrape down the sides if necessary.
  • Serve immediately garnished with fresh mint or store in the fridge for later that day. 

Recipe Notes

This recipe is for 2 servings.
For a creamier, more filling smoothie, use coconut milk or cream in place of the almond milk.
To increase the protein, add a scoop of your favorite vanilla or unflavored protein powder.
This smoothie is not super sweet. To increase the sweetness, add a couple drops of liquid stevia.
Store the ingredients in the refrigerator for an extra-chilled, refreshing smoothie.
You can store your smoothie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Green Keto Smoothie
Amount Per Serving
Calories 141 Calories from Fat 97
% Daily Value*
Fat 10.8g17%
Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Monounsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 112.6mg5%
Potassium 394mg11%
Carbohydrates 8.6g3%
Fiber 3.8g15%
Sugar 1.6g2%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 525IU11%
Vitamin C 11.9mg14%
Calcium 320mg32%
Iron 0.6mg3%
Net carbs 4.8g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Smoothie
Cuisine: American
Keyword: keto green smoothie, Keto Smoothie Recipe
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Categories: Recipes Tags: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Keto, Vegan, 30 min or less, Smoothies & Shakes

Christel Oerum

About Christel Oerum

Christel is the founder of Diabetes Strong. She is a Certified Personal Trainer specializing in diabetes. As someone living with type 1 diabetes, Christel is particularly passionate about helping others with diabetes live active healthy lives. She’s a diabetes advocate, public speaker, and author of the popular diabetes book Fit With Diabetes.

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  1. AvatarRaul Garcia says

    November 27, 2020 at 5:41 pm

    Id like to add, a whole 1/2 lb apple pear/Asian pear skinned and voted only adds about 4.2 n carbs per serving and gives it a great flavor! Try it out!

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  2. AvatarErin says

    October 8, 2020 at 12:34 pm

    I added shaved almonds & shaved coconut pieces to mine at the end to garnish & instead of the avocado I used a just a little bit of zero carb butter. (Didn’t have an avocado one day- & butter did the trick for a replacement) I actually reduced the carbs a little bit. Additionally, I added some ice cubes to the recipe & some granulated xylitol sweetener! Yum yum. I highly recommend the almonds & shaved unsweetened coconut pieces. It really makes it! Even a dash of cream added to the recipe really adds a lot on those days you want that extra creamy dreamy green goodness! I loooooove this recipe it’s so refreshing!

    (This is a great smoothie for those smoothie lovers out there that aren’t exactly sweet tooth’s.)

    I’m definitely a “savory over sweet” girl myself. The best way I can describe this smoothie is refreshing! It’s not overly sweet & not overly bitter. You entirely control the sweetness of this beverage depending on the keto/low carb sweetener you use at the end. (If you even use any!)

    Hands down my favorite smoothie ever. LOOOOVVE.

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  3. AvatarRina says

    July 24, 2020 at 11:10 am

    This smoothie recipe is great and very filling! I had coconut milk instead of almond since i wanted it more as a meal than a snack, and it stopped my hunger right away!
    I find kale to be entirely too bitter, so i think smoothies like this will be my go to 🙂

    Reply
  4. AvatarJustin says

    July 10, 2020 at 2:52 pm

    This needs a bit of sweetener, as the kale is a bit bitter and lemon is very sour. I would recommend adding a squirt of Stevia. I have to say: it was very energizing!

    Reply
  5. AvatarKz says

    July 2, 2020 at 9:10 am

    Thank you for sharing would defo try this! 🤩😍

    Reply
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