Low-Carb Shamrock Protein Smoothie

4.3 stars, average of 58 ratings

By Martina Slajerova, updated July 18 202123
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Although I'm not a big fan of "green smoothies", this one is delicious and definitely one of my breakfast favourites. And it's great for Easter and St Patrick's Day!

Most smoothies are packed with sugar, unnecessary colourings or additives. This smoothie is not only low-carb but it's also made just from natural ingredients. It's VERY high in fibre, heart-healthy monounsaturated fat and potassium.

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Hands-on 5 minutes Overall 5 minutes

Serving size 1 smoothie

Allergy information for Low-Carb Shamrock Protein Smoothie

✔ Gluten free

✔ Dairy free

✔ Egg free

✔ Nightshade free

✔ Pork free

✔ Fish free

✔ Shellfish free

✔ Beef free

Pescatarian

Vegetarian

Nutritional values (per 1 smoothie)

Net carbs9.1 grams

Protein27.1 grams

Fat37.1 grams

Calories493 kcal

Calories from carbs 8%, protein 23%, fat 69%

Total carbs20 gramsFiber10.9 gramsSugars3.1 gramsSaturated fat14.3 gramsSodium44 mg(2% RDA)Magnesium92 mg(23% RDA)Potassium959 mg(48% EMR)

Ingredients (makes 1 serving)

¹/₂ average avocado (100 g/ 3.5 oz)
¹/₄ cup coconut milk or heavy whipping cream
¹/₄ cup fresh spinach
fresh mint or mint extract to taste
¹/₄ cup vanilla or plain whey protein or egg white protein powder (Jay Robb) or collagen powder or plant-based NuZest (25 g/ 0.9 oz)
2 tbsp pistachio nuts (unsalted) (20 g/ 0.7 oz)
seeds from ¹/₂ vanilla bean or 1 tsp sugar-free vanilla extract
3-6 drops liquid Stevia extract or other healthy low-carb sweetener from this list
¹/₂ water and optionally ice cubes

Instructions

Wash the mint and spinach, halve and peel the avocado and blend until smooth with the rest of the ingredients.
Serve immediately.

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4.3 stars, average of 58 ratings

Creamy and satisfying low-carb green smoothie made with avocado, spinach, pistachio nuts and coconut cream.

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Overall5m

Servings1

Calories493 kcal

Ingredients

¹/₂ average avocado (100 g/ 3.5 oz)
¹/₄ cup coconut milk or heavy whipping cream
¹/₄ cup fresh spinach
fresh mint or mint extract to taste
¹/₄ cup vanilla or plain whey protein or egg white protein powder (Jay Robb) or collagen powder or plant-based NuZest (25 g/ 0.9 oz)
2 tbsp pistachio nuts (unsalted) (20 g/ 0.7 oz)
seeds from ¹/₂ vanilla bean or 1 tsp sugar-free vanilla extract
3-6 drops liquid Stevia extract or other healthy low-carb sweetener from this list
¹/₂ water and optionally ice cubes

Instructions

Wash the mint and spinach, halve and peel the avocado and blend until smooth with the rest of the ingredients.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving, 1 smoothie)

Calories493kcal

Net Carbs9.1g

Carbohydrates20g

Protein27.1g

Fat37.1g

Saturated Fat14.3g

Fiber10.9g

Sugar3.1g

Sodium44mg

Magnesium92mg

Potassium959mg

Detailed nutritional breakdown (per 1 smoothie)

Net carbs	Protein	Fat	Calories
Total per 1 smoothie
9.1 g	27.1 g	37.1 g	493 kcal
Avocado, fresh
1.8 g	2 g	14.7 g	161 kcal
Coconut milk (full-fat, unsweetened)
1.6 g	1.1 g	12.1 g	111 kcal
Spinach, fresh
0.1 g	0.2 g	0 g	2 kcal
Mint, fresh
0.4 g	0.2 g	0.1 g	4 kcal
Whey protein powder (protein isolate, Reflex Natural)
1.4 g	19.5 g	1.1 g	97 kcal
Pistachio nuts, unsalted
3.3 g	4 g	9.1 g	112 kcal
Vanilla powder, dried (from vanilla beans, vanilla pods)
0.3 g	0 g	0 g	6 kcal
Stevia extract (SweetLeaf or NuNaturals, natural low-carb sweetener)
0.2 g	0 g	0 g	1 kcal
Water, still
0 g	0 g	0 g	0 kcal
Ice cubes
0 g	0 g	0 g	0 kcal

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Scott 2 years ago # Reply

So did you reverse your hashimotos by switching to this diet?

Martina @ KetoDiet 2 years ago # Reply

Hi Scott, I did not manage to reverse it but I did manage to maintain it and prevent further damage, or at least minimise it. I'd personally be very careful with people who claim they could reverse their Hashimoto's. Once the damage is done and the scar tissue is formed, there is no going back. Some people may be able to find out they have Hashimoto's before the damage is done (very unlikely though) and in this case I can see how they may be able to stop the progression enough not to have to be relying on medication.

K Ward 9 years ago # Reply

I'm off sugar, & fruit for a bit, so I used almond milk (unsweetened), added frozen
broccoli, almonds as well as flax seed powder, no whey for me, or the sweetner & vanilla, for now. Next time i'll try unsweetened cashew milk for more protein, it's a bit creamier too.

Martina @ KetoDiet 9 years ago # Reply

Sounds yummy, thanks for sharing your version! 😊

Nikki Kaldawy 10 years ago # Reply

The smoothie looks great. Just wondering why you would use whey protein, which is really dairy, which causes inflammation. I have been using pea protein and it has 20g of protein in my shakes. Wouldn't that be a better option? Just wondering. Thanks!

Martina @ KetoDiet 10 years ago # Reply

Hi Nikki, you can use coconut milk instead. The reason I use raw dairy is that I like many others tolerate it quite well, it does not always cause inflammation. I don't snack on dairy but I do use it in recipes - paleo / primal approach 😊 I haven't tried pea protein yet but I do use egg white protein every now and then.

Emily 9 years ago # Reply

You're an idiot. There is nothing paleo or primal about another animal's milk. Our primal ancestors did not consume dairy.

You are rude and ignorant. Do yourself a favour and read more about raw full-fat dairy being primal - no one said anything about animal "milk".

Ashley S. (http://spinachtiger.com/green-kombucha-smoothie/) 10 years ago # Reply

I make a similar smoothie but take out the sweetener and add 1/2 an apple and 2 T. frozen mango. It tastes almost identical. It's this recipe, but without the kombucha.
Thanks for sharing!

Sounds delicious! Maybe not so low in carbs but it is paleo-friendly and I actually like the kombucha in it 😊

Greg 10 years ago # Reply

Forgot to add, this next batch I'm planning on adding a kiwi as well. I think a kiwi and mint flavor will go well together. -- greg

Sounds great to me! Have you thought of using almond milk instead? Most soy products come from GMO sources and contain estrogens.

Can't get mint where I am. Is there a substitute for that you could recommend?
Also, would cashews be an ok substitute for pistachios?

How about mint extract - can you find that? Or simply skip mint and use just vanilla extract. You can definitely use cashews or any nuts you like instead of pistachios.

Found some mint and substituted cashews for pistachios, and made a large batch. Added some honey, vanilla abstract, and artificial sweetener as well. Also, switched in soy milk for the water for more protein.
Man, that was really good! Gett'n ready to make a second batch.
Thnx! -- greg

woohashikiki 10 years ago # Reply

Where is the calorie count? I am guessing 400.

Calorie count is in the nutrition data table (energy = 493 kcal).

Margo 11 years ago # Reply

Oh my god this looks so good! I don't usually like green smoothies but I will have to try this one. The pistachio nuts sound like a great ingredient 😊

Martina @ KetoDiet 11 years ago # Reply

Thank you! Pistachios are the key ingredient in this recipe 😊

Kalyn 11 years ago # Reply

Delicious recipe and beautiful photos that make me drool 8-))

Thank you Kalyn!

Topher 8 years ago # Reply

Thanks for your help. I have been wanting to start but am Ovo-Lacto Vegetarian. Thanks for sorting out fantastic options... this looks great!!

Martina @ KetoDiet 8 years ago # Reply

Hi Topher, I have a vegetarian diet plan that you can downloads here (free): ketodietapp.com/free-diet-plans - I hope this helps!