Keto Matcha Lemon Breakfast Jars

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By Martina Slajerova, updated July 18 20218
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Matcha and lemon is a match made in heaven. These healthy parfaits make the perfect low-carb breakfast or dessert. So what's the hype about matcha?

Green tea is well known for its myriad health benefits. Matcha is a type of green tea that is particularly high in antioxidants called catechins, and mind-calming amino acid called L-theanine. Green tea is beneficial for heart health, metabolic health and has shown to lower insulin levels in menopausal women. Thanks to the high content of catechins, it is beneficial for people suffering from non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

I made these jars without sweeteners but you can use some powdered Erythritol or stevia drops. You can also add a few tablespoons of grass-fed collagen or MCT oil. While collagen will provide a healthy source of protein that will help you stay full for longer, MCT oil will provide a quick boost of energy.

0 days, 0 hours, 30 minutes

Hands-on 10 minutes Overall 30-40 minutes

Allergy information for Keto Matcha Lemon Breakfast Jars

✔ Gluten free

✔ Dairy free

✔ Egg free

✔ Nightshade free

✔ Pork free

✔ Avocado free

✔ Fish free

✔ Shellfish free

✔ Beef free

Pescatarian

Vegetarian

Vegan

Nutritional values (per serving)

Net carbs6.5 grams

Protein7.4 grams

Fat38 grams

Calories404 kcal

Calories from carbs 7%, protein 7%, fat 86%

Total carbs14.9 gramsFiber8.3 gramsSugars0.8 gramsSaturated fat28.3 gramsSodium75 mg(3% RDA)Magnesium43 mg(11% RDA)Potassium552 mg(28% EMR)

Ingredients (makes 2 servings)

Matcha layer:

1 cup unsweetened almond milk or cashew milk (240 ml/ 8 fl oz)
1 tsp matcha powder
4 tbsp whole chia seeds (32 g/ 1.1 oz)
1-2 tbsp powdered Erythritol or Swerve or 5-10 drops liquid stevia
Optional: 1-2 tbsp grass-fed collagen powder and 1-2 tbsp MCT oil

Lemon layer:

³/₄ cup coconut cream (180 g/ 6.4 oz) - you can make your own
2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk or cashew milk (30 ml)
1 tsp fresh lemon zest
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (15 ml)
1-2 tbsp powdered Erythritol or Swerve or 5-10 drops liquid stevia
Optional: more matcha powder for dusting

Note: Low-carb sweetener in this recipe can be omitted or used to taste. Instead of coconut cream you can use mascarpone cheese or whipped cream.

Instructions

Prepare the matcha chia layer. In a bowl whisk the almond milk with the matcha powder. Add 1-2 tablespoons of powdered Erythritol or a few drops of stevia (or skip the sweetener if desired).
Add the chia seeds and let them bloom in the matcha milk for 20-30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge). Stir once or twice to combine.
Optionally, you can stir in some grass-fed collagen powder and/or MCT oil.
Use a spoon and divide the chia mixture between 2 jars (if serving for breakfast), or up to 4 jars (if serving them as a dessert).
Scoop the coconut cream into a bowl (only the thick, creamy part).
Add freshly grated lemon zest, almond milk and lemon juice. Add 1-2 tablespoons of powdered Erythritol or a few drops of stevia (or skip the sweetener if desired). Mix to combine.
Scoop the creamy lemon-coconut layer on top of the matcha-chia layer. Optionally, dust with more matcha powder.
Enjoy immediately or store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Ingredient nutritional breakdown (per serving)

Net carbs	Protein	Fat	Calories
Almond milk natural (unsweetened)
0.5 g	0.6 g	1.4 g	17 kcal
Matcha (green tea powder), organic
0.2 g	0.2 g	0 g	2 kcal
Erythritol (natural low-carb sweetener)
0.3 g	0 g	0 g	1 kcal
Chia seeds
0.8 g	3.2 g	5.1 g	82 kcal
Coconut cream, creamed coconut milk (organic, unsweetened)
4 g	3.3 g	31.2 g	297 kcal
Almond milk natural (unsweetened)
0.1 g	0.1 g	0.2 g	2 kcal
Lemon zest (peel), fresh
0.1 g	0 g	0 g	0 kcal
Lemon juice, fresh
0.4 g	0 g	0 g	1 kcal
Erythritol (natural low-carb sweetener)
0.3 g	0 g	0 g	1 kcal
Total per serving
6.5 g	7.4 g	38 g	404 kcal

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Jacqueline one year ago # Reply

🙃 mine came out more like a beverage rather than a parfait????

Martina @ KetoDiet one year ago # Reply

Have you left it for long enough to soak? Chia seeds are very absorbent but they need enough time. Up to 30 minutes if cold liquids are used and up to 15 minutes if warm liquids are used.

Claire 5 years ago # Reply

Yummy! I just had this for breakfast and it was delicious!
Thanks for another really good and simple recipe!

Martina @ KetoDiet 5 years ago # Reply

Thank you for your lovely feedback!

Lise 5 years ago # Reply

MERCI ÉNORME Martina ,
Tout ce que j'ai fait de vos recettes est vraiment délicieux et assez simple a faire pour des retraité , nouveau a cette nourriture santé CÉTO .
J' ai bien pris en note votre '' Pots de céto Matcha '' , pour le goûter
bientôt .
Continuer a nous enseigner , a manger santé , comme vous le faite si bien .
MERCI , pour votre recherche d' expérimenter ces bon plats et de nous en faire profiter '' gratuitement '' en plus .
J' apprécie beaucoup votre site .
Lise

Lise, thank you so much for your kind words! I have to admit I can't speak French so I used Google translate. Thank you! ❤

Lose it Lyss (http://loseitlyss.com/) 5 years ago # Reply

I still can't believe I haven't tried matcha! It's everywhere now!
These sound so delicious, I have to give them a try 😊

Thank you! I hope you like it 😊