This Rejuvenating Japanese Keto Smoothie recipe is perfect for those looking for a healthy, energizing breakfast or midday pick-me-up. It's packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like spinach, avocado, and mixed berries, and features a blend of chia seeds, flaxseed meal, and spirulina for added protein and vitamins.
Nuts (almond milk), Seeds (chia seeds and flaxseed meal)
Ingredients
1 cup spinach, freshly washed
1/2 ripe avocado
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed meal
1 scoop keto
friendly protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries)
1 teaspoon spirulina
Ice cubes, as needed
Instructions
In a high speed blender, combine spinach, avocado, almond milk, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, protein powder, mixed berries, and spirulina. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add ice cubes if needed to achieve your desired consistency. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary with a keto friendly sweetener (e.g., stevia or erythritol).
Serve immediately in a chilled glass, garnished with additional berries and a sprig of fresh mint for an extra touch of elegance.
Chef’s Insight
The combination of leafy greens, healthy fats, and protein-packed ingredients ensures this smoothie is both energizing and filling.
Notes
Adjust the sweetness of this smoothie according to your preference. You can also add a tablespoon of nut butter or extra berries for added flavor and texture.