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Start the Day Smoothly with Low Carb Smoothie and Smoothie Bowl Recipes

November 11, 2019
Blueberry smoothie

What’s wonderful about smoothies? You can sneak all sorts of nutrient-packed goodies into them, such as avocado, spinach, kale and berries, plus they give you a nice boost of protein, all in a glass or bowl. These low carb smoothie and smoothie bowl recipes are low in sugar, helping you avoid the dreaded Hidden Sugar Effect while giving you a healthy low carb start to your day. You can whip up these low carb smoothie recipes in minutes, and even pour one into a portable cup for a grab-and-go breakfast to accompany you on your commute or carpool duty. 

Start with our new low carb Carrot Smoothie Bowl recipe, and you also can try these low carb smoothie recipes, which feature the flavors of fall, plus some powerful ingredients: 

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

This is like a slice of pumpkin pie in a glass, plus protein and minus the carbs and sugar.

 Snickerdoodle Smoothie

Conquer your cookie cravings with this smoothie, which has the flavors of cinnamon, spice and everything nice.

 Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

Avocado give this smoothie its creamy texture, as well as some healthy fat to satisfy your appetite.

 Double Chocolate Express Smoothie

With 5 grams of Net Carbs and 40 grams of protein, this chocolatey treat is the perfect alternative to a sugary coffee drink.

 Antioxidant Berry Smoothie

This superfood smoothie features antioxidant-rich berries, fiber from chia seed and the zing of turmeric, which has anti-inflammatory properties.

 Keep reading for my 10 tips for living a low carb lifestyle (be sure to check out tip #5 and its Almond Butter Smoothie Bowl recipe).

 

 

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