This kiwi smoothie is your friendly reminder to eat more kiwis! They’re packed with nutrients and fiber, and when combined with yogurt, spinach, and chia seeds, this drink is a true morning powerhouse.
Why You’ll Love My Kiwi Smoothie
- A delicious way to add more kiwis to your diet. They’re a nutritional powerhouse loaded with fiber and Vitamin C.
- Even more nutrients. The spinach, banana, yogurt, and chia seeds add even more vitamins and nutrients, with additional protein and fiber that turn it into a true breakfast smoothie.
- Quick and easy. Which is what we always want for busy mornings!
I often start my mornings with a breakfast smoothie, especially after a good workout. It’s my favorite way to kickstart a busy day! And while I naturally gravitate towards my “famous” Downshiftology brown smoothie or green smoothie, I also like switching it up.
I eat kiwis regularly every week, they’re a favorite of mine for easily digestible fiber. And while I often eat them by simply slicing them in half and scooping out the flesh, I also love to toss them in the blender and quickly whip up this breakfast smoothie. It’s a riff on my peach breakfast smoothie, and equally delicious!
Plus, when you toss in some spinach, and chia seeds… it’s such an underrated high-fiber breakfast. So if you’re in the same boat as me and trying to increase your fiber intake, I highly recommend this smoothie!
Key Ingredients You’ll Need
- Milk: You can use dairy or dairy-free, so feel free to choose your favorite milk! I personally like using almond milk or cashew milk.
- Plain yogurt: I love using Greek yogurt in smoothies. But this time, I tested it with plain, regular yogurt and loved how it tasted with the kiwi for a more balanced flavor and thinner consistency (keep in mind the chia seeds will make it thick as well).
- Baby spinach: I always love tossing in a few handfuls to any smoothie for extra fiber and anti-inflammatory properties. The more greens the better!
- Kiwi: I’m using green kiwis in this recipe, but golden kiwis works as well. Fun fact: both types have fiber and Vitamin C, but green kiwis have a bit more fiber and golden kiwis have a bit more Vitamin C.
- Banana: This makes it extra creamy!
- Chia seeds: One of my favorite ways to add more fiber in the morning.
Find the complete recipe with measurements below
Ingredient Substitutions
- Prefer using Greek yogurt? That’s completely fine! Just be aware the smoothie will be a bit tangier and extra creamy, since the chia seeds naturally make this smoothie thicker.
- If you can’t have bananas, I have a few options. Fresh or frozen mango is perfect for adding a creamy texture and sweet flavor, similar to a banana. Avocado is another easy, creamy alternative, but you only need a little, about ¼ slice. I might also add a bit of honey to bring back some sweetness.
How To Make This Kiwi Breakfast Smoothie
Simply add all the ingredients above into a high-powered blender (I love my Vitamix!) and blend on high until perfectly smooth and creamy. Then, pour the smoothie into a Mason jar, stir in the chia seeds, secure the lid tightly, and give it a good shake!
Lisa’s Tip: While you can blend the chia seeds in the blender with the other ingredients, I prefer to stir them into the glass, after it’s blended. Here’s why!
- Whole chia seeds will gel to a thicker consistency that’s great for a breakfast smoothie. If you’ve made my chia pudding or overnight oats, you understand this thicker consistency! Just let the smoothie sit for a few minutes to allow the seeds to gel, then stir or shake it again before enjoying.
- It’s my way of avoiding those hard-to-wash crevices inside my blender. The small seeds will naturally stick!
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie: A classic combo.
- Blueberry Smoothie: Packed with antioxidants!
- Mandarin Breakfast Smoothie: A must-make when you see mandarins.
- Or give these other smoothie recipes a try!
If you make this kiwi smoothie, let me know how it turns out in the comments below! Your review will help other readers in the community. And if you’d like to see more healthy food inspiration and exclusive content, join my free email community here.
Description
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- ½ cup plain yogurt (dairy or dairy-free)
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 2 kiwifruit, skin removed
- ½ medium banana
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Blend together. Add the milk, yogurt, spinach, kiwifruit, and banana to a high-powered blender. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in chia seeds. Pour the kiwi smoothie in a glass or Mason jar. For a glass, stir in the chia seeds. For a Mason jar, add the chia seeds, secure the lid, and shake until well combined. Let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes, to allow the chia seeds to gel. Then, stir or shake again before enjoying it!
Lisa’s Tips
- I like to add my chia seeds after blending (see my notes above), but you can always add them earlier and blend them up with the other ingredients. It’s entirely up to you!
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