This sweet and pink Kiwi Smoothie is a bright and healthy start to your day!
Smoothies are one of my favorite breakfast foods and post-workout snacks! When made with fresh, whole, and clean ingredients, they are packed with nutrients, help promote digestive health, and boost energy. Not to mention, they taste like a vacation in a glass!
Filled with healthy fruits and veggies, smoothies act as a true reset when it comes to my clean eating. Making them for breakfast, and enjoying them at the start of your day encourages healthier meal decisions throughout the rest of your day.
The frozen fruit mixed with the Greek yogurt in this kiwi smoothie is the perfect balance of creamy, cool, and smooth. You won’t regret whipping up this smoothie after your next workout!
Are Kiwi Smoothies Healthy?
Smoothies are one of my favorite ways to start my day! This smoothie is made with simple, whole, and nutrient-dense ingredients, and it comes together in no time.
Kiwi is exceptionally high in vitamin C and also contains fiber, potassium, vitamin E, and folate. Next is bananas, which contain fiber, potassium, folate, and antioxidants. Then there is the Greek yogurt and almond milk; both these ingredients give it a creamy, smooth texture and delightful taste.
For a vegan version, use a plant-based yogurt or canned coconut cream. Feel free to add in some ice for a thicker smoothie with extra hydration. I also love to add a handful or two of green spinach to my smoothies for added nutrients and a daily dose of greens. Smoothies are a great opportunity to mix in other superfoods like collagen or protein powder for added health benefits.
Flavors, combos, and colors!
There are so many colorful and delicious smoothie recipes out there. I encourage you to have fun with this recipe and mix it up as you see fit!
For example, if you don’t have any kiwi on hand, replace it with another similar fruit like green grapes or honeydew melon for a more mild and subtly sweet flavor. Add a dash of cinnamon, vanilla extract, or dates for more flavor and sweetness.
You can also hold off on the nut milks and use water or coconut water for a lighter blend. I also often forget to freeze my fruits beforehand, so when that happens, I simply add a few more ice cubes to keep that same cold and creamy texture.
How to Make Ahead and Store
Make your smoothie ahead of time by blending together your ingredients, then store it in a mason jar in the fridge for up to 2 days. The smoothie may thicken up a tad, so if this happens, just give it a quick stir with a spoon or shake if stored in a mason jar before enjoying.
Serving Suggestions
Regardless of whether I am able to fit in a workout before or after I enjoy my smoothie, I feel accomplished, because I know I just nourished my body with good food. I enjoy mine all on it’s own, or sometimes with a warm matcha to follow.
For more nutritious breakfast inspiration, take a peek at these Oatmeal Cups filled with rolled oats and mixed berries for a healthy and hearty breakfast on the go. Or my other favorite superfood filled breakfast, Chia Pudding!
You can also turn this smoothie into a Smoothie Bowl (similar to an Açai Bowl) by serving it in a bowl with toppings like fresh banana slices, granola, nuts, dried coconut and seeds.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ripe kiwi peeled and sliced
- 1/2 ripe banana frozen
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon honey optional
Instructions
- Prepare fruit by peeling and slicing kiwi, ensuring banana is frozen beforehand.
- Place the kiwi, banana, strawberries, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and honey into a blender.
- Blend on high speed until all ingredients are completely smooth. Add more almond milk if necessary to reach desired consistency.
- Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Info:
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