Keto Avocado Smoothie Bowl

Avocado Smoothie Bowl Recipe

Looking for a recipe that doesn’t require any cooking, eggs, or dairy? This smoothie bowl is quick, easy, and loaded with nutrients – potassium, magnesium, vitamins, healthy fats… you name it. It’s the perfect way to energize yourself, and it’s honestly a superfood.

It’s low in carbs, sugar, and gluten too. I use avocado (fresh or frozen avocado), spinach, berries, and nut milk.

This is my go-to when I don’t have a lot of time. Throw everything into a blender and breakfast is done. Whether you’re eating it after a workout or just craving something sweet and energizing, it works.

What is a Smoothie Bowl?

A smoothie bowl is exactly what it sounds like – a smoothie in a bowl! Instead of sipping it, you eat it with a spoon. It’s thicker than a regular smoothie, more like a meal. Top it with your favorite nuts, seeds, or berries!

If you want a drinkable version, try my creamy avocado smoothie – it’s low carb with no added sugar!

Can You Eat Smoothie Bowls on Keto?

Yes and no! Most smoothie bowls are loaded with sugar and carbs, so skip the ones at restaurants and grocery stores – they’re packed with added sugars. This recipe uses whole ingredients only, so you don’t have to worry. You don’t even need the sweetener. It’s delicious without it, but it’s there if you want a little extra sweetness.

Every ingredient here is low carb and has a low glycemic index.

How to Make Your Smoothie Bowl Creamy?

Everyone wants a thick, creamy smoothie bowl, right? Most recipes use bananas for that, but bananas are high in carbs and sugar – not great for keto.

The secret is avocado. It’s high in healthy fats and creates that thick, creamy texture without the extra carbs.

Start with less nut milk – coconut milk, macadamia nut milk, or heavy cream all work. Drizzle it in slowly until you hit the thickness you want. Almond milk works great too.

Variations and Extras

Time to get fancy! This bowl is delicious on its own, but toppings make it even better.

Throw in some chopped nuts – almonds, pili nuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, walnuts. Chop ’em up and throw ’em in! The crunch pairs perfectly with the creaminess.

Coconut chips or shreds make a great topping too. They add another layer of flavor and extra nutrients.

Chia seeds are one of my favorite additions. They look great, they’re packed with antioxidants, fiber, omega-3s, and protein, and they help keep you full longer.

Hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds all work too.

For something richer, add a dollop of nut or seed butter – sun butter, pecan butter, or almond butter. So satisfying.

You can also add low-carb protein powder. Just make sure it’s unflavored and keto friendly.

Try goji berries or acai (the powder or actual berries). A couple teaspoons of matcha powder is another favorite – the green tea flavor works so well with the sweet berries.

A couple tablespoons of MCT oil adds extra fat to keep you full and helps with mental clarity.

Love chocolate? Add some cocoa powder or sugar-free chocolate chips for a chocolate version.

A few drops of lemon juice adds a nice citrusy edge that balances the sweetness.

What Berries to Use In this Recipe?

Blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries are all great choices – none have more than 8-10 grams of carbs per 100 grams. I prefer frozen because they make the bowl cold and thick, almost like ice cream.

Plus, berries aren’t just pretty – they’re loaded with nutrients and vitamins.

You can also swap in other greens like kale, Swiss chard, cucumber, zucchini, or celery for variety.

Milk Options

This recipe uses ½ cup of nut milk. Any kind works – almond milk, macadamia nut milk, pili nut milk, or coconut milk. You can also sub in heavy cream for a thicker, richer bowl.

How to Make the Smoothie Bowl Extra Sweet?

For most people, the berries add enough sweetness on their own. But if you want it sweeter, use a keto friendly sweetener like erythritol, stevia, or monkfruit.

How to Blend Your Smoothie Bowl?

Any food processor or blender works. Add the ingredients and blend. Easy!

A high-powered blender does the best job with fibrous greens. Just blend until smooth – you might need to stop and scrape down the sides.