Keto Lemon Basil Smoothie with Avocado
Prep Time: 15 min
Smoothie Base
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
- 2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 large lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp stevia or your preferred keto-friendly sweetener
Garnish
- 4 thin lemon slices
- 4 small fresh basil sprigs
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients for the smoothie base. Ensure that your avocados are ripe and ready to use. Ripe avocados should give slightly when pressed gently.
- Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender using a spoon. Discard the pits and skins.
- Juice the lemons until you have 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice and zest one lemon. Set these aside.
Blend the Smoothie
- In the blender with the avocado, add the 2 cups of unsweetened almond milk. This will serve as the base of your smoothie.
- Add the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest to the blender. This will give your smoothie a refreshing citrus flavor.
- Add the fresh basil leaves. These will provide an aromatic and slightly sweet flavor to the smoothie.
- Pour in the extra-virgin olive oil. This addition will add richness and healthy fats to your drink.
- Season with sea salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder to enhance the flavors.
- Add your chosen keto-friendly sweetener, starting with 1/2 tsp of stevia, and adjust according to your taste preference.
Finalize and Serve
- Blend all the ingredients at medium-high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Taste the smoothie and adjust seasoning or sweetness if necessary, blending again briefly if you add anything.
- Pour the smoothie evenly into four glasses.
- Garnish each glass with a thin lemon slice on the rim and a small fresh basil sprig for an attractive presentation.
- Enjoy your refreshing Mediterranean Keto Lemon Basil Smoothie, perfect for a healthy and satisfying drink!
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