When eating at Jamba Juice, keto or not, avoiding sugar is in everyone’s best interest and even more so on a low carb diet.1
However, the popular smoothie shop has 28 keto options that can be eaten and there’s even 2 smoothies that are keto-ish.
Of course, eating keto isn’t always easy but luckily we’ve compiled the best low carb Jamba Juice menu items to take the guess work out of it — although some menu items should be chosen and eaten with caution since many are a days worth of carbohydrates.
Is Jamba Juice Keto Friendly?
While fruit smoothies can be an excellent source of micronutrients, they are typically high in sugar and low in fat and protein – not exactly keto-friendly.2 For this reason, low-carb Jamba Juice options are limited.
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Even if you order a small size, their Classic smoothies have between 50-80 grams of net carbs each!
To stay in ketosis, it’s important to limit total daily carbs to 50 grams. In order to stay healthy, those 50 grams of carbs need to be ‘spent’ on foods that are rich in micronutrients and fiber.
This is of particular importance because low-carb diets are at greater risk of being nutritionally inadequate in terms of fiber, necessary vitamins, minerals, and iron.4 While Jamba Juice smoothies aren’t totally lacking in nutrition, there are probably better options.
That being said, we understand that sometimes, you don’t get to pick where you eat. If you’re heading to Jamba Juice with friends, family, or coworkers, here are 28 delicious options you can order that won’t wreck your keto progress.
If you’re curious about the nutrition content of other popular shakes, find out more about the carbohydrate content of HerbaLife shakes.
28 Keto Options at Jamba Juice (Tastiest Low Carb Menu Items)
Let’s focus on identifying the top keto-friendly options at Jamba Juice across each menu category. Items are ranked in order from fewest to most carbs within each category.
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Explore the keto suitability of Vitamin Water for details on bottled keto-friendly beverages possibly offered at your nearby Jamba Juice.
Iced Beverages
Jamba juice is known for their smoothies but truth be told, their caffeinated drinks are absolutely delicious and caffeine is also an appetite suppressant.
1. Gotcha Matcha (Medium)
- 70 calories
- 6g net carbs
- 5g fat
- 4g protein
If you enjoy the grassy, fresh taste of matcha, this delicious low calorie drink provides a nice boost of caffeine! Plus, research shows that regularly drinking matcha can boost cognitive function and reduce the risk of disease.6
2. Bold ‘n Cold Brew (Medium)
- 45 calories
- 9g net carbs
- 0g fat
- 0g protein
This simple cold brew is lightly sweetened with agave nectar (5 grams total sugar content). You can order it without any sweetener and add your own keto-friendly sweetener after the fact to cut back on the sugar content. This is probably the best approach, as agave nectar has a high glycemic load.
3. Gotcha Matcha With Sweet Cloud Whip (Medium)
- 160 calories
- 19g net carbs
- 7g fat
- 4g protein
Jamba Juice makes their own creamy plant-based coconut milk whip. It’s lightly sweetened, so it can fit within a keto diet with some planning. For this drink, they mix Gotcha Matcha with Sweet Cloud Whip to make a delicious iced matcha latte.
4. Bold ‘n Cold Brew With Sweet Cloud Whip (Medium)
- 140 calories
- 23g net carbs
- 7g fat
- 0g protein
With 23 grams of net carbs, this is the iced drink that’s the least keto-friendly. Ordering it without the added agave will save 2 grams of net carbs.
Bowls
Currently, Jamba Juice doesn’t offer any keto-friendly bowls. While omitting high-carb toppings like granola and bananas might bring the carb count under 50 grams, there is no customizable nutrition information available on their website currently.
Order with caution! Try upping the ice or frozen ingredients in a keto smoothie recipe to create a thicker texture, then add keto-friendly toppings like coconut flakes and toasted nuts to make your own keto bowl at home.
For individuals seeking a swift and effortless option while on the move, consider exploring Cava’s keto-friendly bowls instead.
Fresh Juice N’ Shots
These shots pack a powerful punch of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients and are some of the lowest carb items on the menu.
5. Wheatgrass Shot
- 10 calories
- 1g net carbs
- 0g fat
- 1g protein
Freshly juiced wheatgrass is a great plant-based source of iron. While the flavor is definitely vegetal, if you take it like an actual shot it’s not so bad!
6. Ginger Lemon Cayenne Shot
- 15 calories
- 4g net carbs
- 0g fat
- 1g protein
This spicy juice shot may improve immune health. Fresh lemon, ginger root, and cayenne pepper make for a bracing, refreshing flavor combo.
7. Ginger Orange Cayenne Shot
- 25 calories
- 6g net carbs
- 0g fat
- 1g protein
A little bit milder than the previous option, orange juice replaces lemon juice in this shot.
8. Purely Carrot™ (Small) –
- 180 calories
- 30g net carbs
- 1g fat
- 4g protein
This vivid orange juice is made with one ingredient – carrots! It’s a great source of fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin K. If you love the flavor and natural sweetness of carrots, you will enjoy this juice.
9. Great Greens (Small)
- 140 calories
- 30g net carbs
- 1g fat
- 4g protein
Green juice is a great source of micronutrients. This blend includes spinach, cucumber, apples, and lemon. Spinach has a mild flavor, so it’s barely discernible in this drink.
10. Veggie Vitality (Small)
- 190 calories
- 36g net carbs
- 1g fat
- 4g protein
The classic combo of apple, spinach, and carrot squeezed juices is a perennial, well-balanced favorite.
11. Orange Carrot Twist™ (Small)
- 200 calories
- 41g net carbs
- 1g fat
- 4g protein
If the flavor of straight carrots is too overwhelming, try this carrot orange blend. It’s sweet, tart, and earthy. It’s also a great source of vitamin C!
12. Cucumber Orange Cooler (Small)
- 190 calories
- 44g net carbs
- 1g fat
- 3g protein
Made with oranges, apples. cucumbers, and lemon, this fruit and veggie blend is tart and rejuvenating.
Grab N’ Go
In a rush? Jamba Juice’s keto Grab N’ Go items are a great way to avoid long service times and start your day while still remaining in ketosis.
13. Honest™ – Green Tea
- 35 calories
- 9g net carbs
- 0g fat
- 0g protein
Choose this bottled organic green tea, slightly sweetened with honey, if your Jamba Juice location doesn’t carry Gotcha Matcha (which is slightly more keto-friendly).
14. Honest™ – Half and Half
- 50 calories
- 12g net carbs
- 0g fat
- 0g protein
This bottled mixture of organic unsweetened iced tea and lemonade is a moderately sweet beverage choice with a nice little boost of caffeine.
15. Off the Eaten Path Chickpea Veggie Crisps
- 130 calories
- 15g net carbs
- 4.5g fat
- 4g protein
Flavored with purple sweet potato and green peas, this unique type of chips is a relatively healthy choice if you’re craving something crunchy and salty.
16. Off the Eaten Path Hummus Crisps
- 130 calories
- 16g net carbs
- 5g fat
- 3g protein
Compared to other chips, these crisps, made with chickpea flour, aren’t too high-carb. They boast a wonderful Rosemary & Olive Oil flavor.
17. Siren Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Bites
- 220 calories
- 17g net carbs
- 12g fat
- 10g protein
As far as keto ways to scratch a lemon poppy seed craving, these bites aren’t too bad!
18. Siren Brownie Protein Bites
- 210 calories
- 17g net carbs
- 11g fat
- 10g protein
These vegan protein bites are chewy, chocolatey, and sweetened with monk fruit, which is a keto-approved sweetener.
19. 88 Acres Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Bar
- 200 calories
- 19g net carbs
- 11g fat
- 6g protein
Craving chocolate? This seed and oat bar includes both organic dark chocolate and organic cocoa butter for an indulgent, authentic chocolate flavor.
20. 88 Acres Triple Berry Crumble Bar
- 190 calories
- 20g net carbs
- 9g fat
- 6g protein
This seed and oat bar from Jamba Juice is unexpectedly suitable for a keto diet, making it a great snack option. It’s made with sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and flaxseeds, all excellent plant-based fat sources.
Handwiches
Handwiches are ideal for sandwich lovers and surprisingly, their bread doesn’t have too many carbs.
21. Classic Sausage, Egg + Cheese
- 320 calories
- 13g net carbs
- 23g fat
- 12g protein
It’s rare to find a sandwich that’s keto with the bread, but this breakfast sandwich has a surprisingly good nutrition profile. It’s made with sausage, eggs, white cheddar, and a sprouted grain bun.
22. Impossible™
- 220 calories
- 14g net carbs
- 12g fat
- 11g protein
While the sausage sandwich will give you more fat, this plant-based version is still a great option as well.
Egg Bakes
Eggs are a staple breakfast food that contains plenty of protein, nearly no carbs by themselves, and healthy fats. Thus, you can eat Jamba Juice’s Egg Bakes guilt free.
23. Spring Veggie
- 200 calories
- 7g net carbs
- 14g fat
- 10g protein
This sous vide style egg bite, made with eggs, greek yogurt, montamore cheese, artichoke hearts, and red bell peppers, is both tasty and one of the most keto-friendly items on the menu.
Baked Goods
It’s rare you see wraps and waffles on a keto menu, but Jamba Juice is one of the few where you can indulge in these items while on a low carb diet.
24. Turkey Sausage Wrap
- 320 calories
- 29g net carbs
- 15g fat
- 17g protein
Turkey sausage, egg whites, and American cheese get wrapped in a tortilla to make this breakfast favorite.
25. Belgian Waffle
- 310 calories
- 38g net carbs
- 15g fat
- 5g protein
Jamba Juice recently jumped on the waffle trend by featuring Belgian waffles as sides and bowl toppings. While the carb count on this waffle is high, it’s a toasty and tasty vanilla-flavored treat.
26. Cheddar Tomato Twist
- 250 calories
- 40g net carbs
- 6g fat
- 9g protein
This breadstick style snack, made with tomato paste and asiago cheese, is similar in flavor to pizza!
Lowest Carb Jamba Juice Smoothies
While there aren’t really any Jamba Juice keto smoothies, research does indicate that fruit smoothies may induce a lower glycemic response compared to a similar serving of whole fruit.7 So, if you must have some fruit, one of these smoothies might be a better choice than the equivalent quantity of whole fruit.
Keto-Ish Jamba Juice Smoothie Option #1: Kids Strawberries Gone Bananas™
Ultimately, these kids smoothies are lower in carbs than other Jamba Juice smoothies simply because they’re smaller portions. Flavored with strawberries, bananas, and an apple-strawberry juice blend, the classic flavor combo is hard to beat.
27. Kids Strawberries Gone Bananas™
- 150 calories
- 33g net carbs
- 0g fat
- 1g protein
Keto-Ish Jamba Juice Smoothie Option #2: Kids Blueberry Strawberry Blast-Off™
This antioxidant-rich smoothie is made with a mixed berry juice blend, plus whole blueberries, bananas, and strawberries. If there’s a smoothie from the regular menu that you’d rather have, enjoy a 10 oz. serving for a similar nutrition profile.
28. Kids Blueberry Strawberry Blast-Off™
- 190 calories
- 43g net carbs
- 0g fat
- 1g protein
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WAlthough the smoothies at Jamba Juice may not be entirely suitable for keto diets, keto enthusiasts can still create a snack there. If there’s a Jamba Juice nearby, consider exploring Tropical Smoothie’s keto choices as an alternative.
The important thing is to pay attention to total net carbs consumed throughout the day and choose a Jamba Juice keto drink or snack that will be worth the carbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Lowest Calorie Jamba Juice Option?
A freshly squeezed juice shot, containing between 10-25 calories, is definitely the lowest calorie choice at Jamba Juice. The Great Greens juice in a size small is only 140 calories. In general, order a small size beverage and choose juices instead of smoothies to keep calories as low as possible.
Are There Any Jamba Juice Low Carb Smoothies?
Not really. The lowest carb option is a kids smoothie, clocking in at between 33-43 grams net carbs. Most of those carbs come from sugar, so these drinks are quite high on the glycemic index.
You’re better off making your own low-carb smoothies at home.
How Can I Make Keto-Friendly Smoothies?
It’s easy to make high-fat, low-carb smoothies at home. Choose ingredients like heavy cream, frozen avocado chunks, peanut butter, full-fat coconut milk, and coconut oil (learn more about the best coconut oil for keto here) as the foundation of your smoothies, then add spinach, keto-friendly sweeteners, lemon juice, berries, unsweetened chocolate, or vanilla extract for extra flavor.
Matcha powder is an excellent addition too if you love that green tea taste (green tea is one of our drinks to reduce belly fat in 4 days!).
Do Jamba Juice Have Keto Drinks?
The Gotcha Matcha and Bold ‘n Cold Brew are each under 10 grams of net carbs. Otherwise, Jamba Juice drinks will set you back at least 30 grams of net carbs per serving. You could make this work in a keto diet, but it’s not ideal.
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