Following a specific diet can be recommended for a number of different reasons, and with the wealth of ingredients and recipes at our fingertips it has never been easier to adapt our diets according to our individual wants and needs. The ketogenic diet is centered around low-carbohydrate and high-fat foods, with the aim of holding the body in a long-term state of ketosis, meaning that the body burns fat instead of carbohydrates for fuel.
Whatever your reasons for following a ketogenic diet, this keto-friendly berry avocado smoothie, from the kitchen of recipe developer Jennine Rye, is likely to become a regular recipe in your repertoire. Packed with vitamins and minerals, this smoothie uses a simple combination of avocado, spinach, frozen mixed berries, chia seeds, and unsweetened coconut milk, to create a super thick and filling beverage that is as flavorful as it is nutrient-dense. This recipe is easy to whip up in just a few minutes, so why not make this smoothie your new morning companion or enjoy it as a satisfying afternoon snack to see you through the day?
Gather the ingredients for this keto-friendly berry avocado smoothie
To begin this keto-friendly berry avocado smoothie, first, you will need to gather the ingredients. You will want avocado, spinach, mixed frozen berries, chia seeds, and coconut milk. To keep this recipe strictly keto, make sure to use unsweetened coconut milk.
Step 1: Add avocado
Add the avocado to a smoothie maker.
Step 2: Add berries, spinach, and chia seeds
Top with the spinach, frozen berries, and chia seeds.
Step 3: Pour in coconut milk
Pour in the coconut milk.
Step 4: Blend the smoothie
Blend the smoothie for 20 to 30 seconds until smooth.
Step 5: Pour and enjoy
Pour into a glass and serve.
