Keto Refreshing Kale Smoothie
Brighten your mornings with this Keto Refreshing Kale Smoothie, a nutrient-packed, low-carb treat that perfectly balances flavors and health benefits. This vibrant green smoothie combines the earthy goodness of fresh kale leaves with creamy avocado, hydrating cucumber, and zesty lemon juice, creating a harmonious blend that's as satisfying as it is nutritious. Infused with refreshing mint leaves, chia seeds for added fiber, and a touch of stevia for guilt-free sweetness, this smoothie is an energizing way to start your day or revive your afternoon. With just 10 minutes of prep, this keto-friendly recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a quick, healthy, and delicious option that supports a low-carb lifestyle. Serve it chilled for optimum freshness and enjoy its creamy, invigorating taste in every sip. Perfect for breakfast on-the-go or as a post-workout treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup kale leaves
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 avocado
- 0.5 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 4 ice cubes
- 1 packet stevia or preferred keto sweetener
Instructions
Wash the kale leaves and mint leaves thoroughly under cool running water, and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Carefully remove the stems from the kale leaves to reduce bitterness, using scissors or a knife.
Scoop out half of an avocado using a spoon and set aside.
In a blender, combine the kale leaves, unsweetened almond milk, avocado, chopped cucumber, and fresh lemon juice.
Add the chia seeds and fresh mint leaves to the blender, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Add the ice cubes and the packet of stevia or your preferred keto sweetener.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides as necessary.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more stevia.
Pour the smoothie into a large glass and enjoy immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.0 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 621 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 927 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
