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Yes, fruit has carbs! In general, berries have the most fiber and lowest number of net carbs. Fruit can only be eaten in very limited quantities on a keto diet. Blackberries, raspberries, and cranberries are your best bet. A lot of keto smoothie recipes call for blueberries- however, they have a few too many carbs! Be careful about which berries you choose and the total amount.
Smoothies are a great-tasting and refreshing way to sneak in a lot of healthy foods into your diet. They're also super simple, quick, gluten free, and can even be low carb! All you need is a high-speed blender. I like to use an individual blender cup for an easy, on-the-go, breakfast or snack.
One of my favorite ingredients to add to a smoothie is 1/4 of a ripe avocado. Frozen avocado also works well. I don't even like avocado, but it adds fiber, healthy fat, and a lovely creaminess! And, trust me- you won't even taste it!
My version of this keto smoothie has 9 grams of net carbs and at least 12 grams of fiber! Oh, plus it tastes great!
When following a keto diet, the goal is to eat very few carbs, typically 20-50 grams or less. You can eat fruit on a keto diet; however, you need to stick with berries and be mindful of your overall total net carbs for the day.
While delicious and healthy, when following a keto diet these fruits would need to be avoided.
When making a smoothie, there are a few ways to achieve a thicker consistency. Add more ice cubes, protein powder, chia seeds, or heavy cream.
For a creamy treat filled with fiber and minimal carbs, this keto berry smoothie makes a healthy breakfast or snack!
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