Keto Wheatgrass Smoothie

Nutrient-loaded keto wheatgrass smoothie, ideal for low-sugar diets, or for people on the ketogenic diet.

Not all keto smoothies are healthy, but this wheatgrass smoothie is bursting with nutrition and benefits.

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Benefits Of This Keto Wheatgrass Smoothie

This green keto smoothie is packed with superfoods, such as avocado, kale, and wheatgrass.

All these ingredients contribute to numerous benefits.

Here’s an overview of the main benefits of this wheatgrass smoothie:

1. Rich in Nutrients from Wheatgrass: Wheatgrass powder is a concentrated source of nutrients, providing vitamins A, C, and E, iron, magnesium, calcium, and amino acids.
2. Supports Digestive Health: High fiber content from the chia seeds, kale, and avocado aids in digestion and promotes gut health.
3. Boosts Immunity: The vitamins and minerals in kale or spinach, wheatgrass, and avocado, such as Vitamin C and iron, contribute to a stronger immune system.
4. Heart-Healthy: Omega-3 fatty acids from chia seeds and the healthy fats in avocado are beneficial for heart health.
5. Bone-Strengthening: Ingredients like yogurt and leafy greens are great sources of calcium, important for bone health.
6. Keto-Friendly: While this smoothie contains some carbs, its high content of healthy fats and moderate protein level from ingredients like yogurt and chia seeds make it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
7. Energy Boosting: The smoothie offers a sustained energy boost, without causing sudden crashes.
8. Aids Weight Loss: The smoothie is very filling and relatively low in calories, making it an effective fat-burning drink.

Tasty Recipe Variations And Recipe Notes

Wheatgrass works very well with many different ingredients.

However, wheatgrass has a strong taste, which means it’s always best to combine it with other strong-tasting ingredients so that the flavors are balanced.

Some different variations I tested that I think you may like, include:

1. Don’t Like Avocados? Swap the avocado for a tablespoon of unsweetened nut butter, such as peanut butter.
2. Not Keto? Add natural sweetness by incorporating 1/2 cup of frozen mango or pineapple. 
3. Increase The Fat Burning Effect: Incorporate a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Ensure it’s ‘with the mother’.
4. Increase The Protein Content: You can either swap the yogurt for cottage cheese or add 1 scoop of keto protein powder as an additional ingredient.
5. Add a Refreshing Twist: Add 3-4 slices of cucumber for a refreshing and hydrating twist.

Equipment:

Since no frozen ingredients or ice is needed, all 8 blenders I tested worked with this recipe.

Blender Type	Suitability
Nutribullet 600	✓
Vitamix Blender Propel 510	✓
BlendJet 4000mAh	✓
Ninja Blender BL610	✓
Oster 6640 Blender	✓
Hamilton Beach 58148A Blender	✓
AMZChef Blender 1800 W	✓
Wamife Blender	✓

Blender brands and models not listed above are ones I have not tested with this recipe.

However, I don’t think there is any blender that wouldn’t work with this recipe.

Dietary:

Type Of Diet	Suitable
Vegan-Friendly	✗
Dairy-Free	✗
Gluten-Free	✓
Diabetic-Friendly	✓
Paleo-Friendly	✗
Keto-Friendly	✓
Raw Food-Friendly	✗

See the FAQs below on how to make this smoothie vegan-friendly!

Smoothie FAQs:

When To Drink This Wheatgrass Smoothie To Lose Weight?

To lose weight with this wheatgrass smoothie, consume it as a meal replacement, for breakfast. You also have to ensure that your diet consists mostly of healthy meals and that you do plenty of exercise for best resutls.

How Do I Make This Green Smoothie Vegan?

To make this green smoothie suitable for a vegan diet, replace the yogurt for a vegan low carb alternative, or vegan cream cheese.

Can I Use Fresh Wheatgrass Instead Of Powdered?

Yes, you can use fresh wheatgrass instead of powdered. You will need use 1/2 cup of fresh wheatgrass instead of the tablespoon of powdered.