Just 1 serving of this 3-ingredient kiwi banana smoothie has 13.4 grams of protein! This is very unusual for fruit smoothies that don’t contain protein powder or peanut butter! This smoothie recipe is so easy to make and extremely satisfying.
This is my go-to smoothie recipe for when I’m in a hurry or just don’t have enough smoothie ingredients.
Note: you can freeze yogurt cubes to use in your smoothie, they will make your smoothie-making soo much easier.
Kiwi Banana Smoothie Benefits
Kiwi – is rich in vitamins C, K, & E, plus it comes with some good antioxidants that help reduce oxidative stress and free radicals. Read more about Kiwi benefits.
Bananas – have a range of benefits, it’s a good source of potassium, prebiotics, and fiber which makes them perfect for digestive and muscle health.
Greek Yogurt – is an excellent source of protein, calcium, and probiotics which helps keep you feeling full longer during the day and promotes gut and bone health.
3-Ingredient Kiwi Banana Smoothie
Note: you can use fresh kiwi and bananas in this smoothie during the colder months of the year. I used frozen fruits for this recipe because I usually make it in late spring and summer.
also, I used low-fat Greek yogurt for this recipe but that is optional, you can go for full fat or 2%.
Ingredients for 1 serving | Total time: 5 minutes
- 1 cup kiwi (frozen)
- 1 medium banana (frozen)
- 1 cup of Greek yogurt
- sweetener (optional)
How To Make This Kiwi Banana Smoothie
Simply add the yogurt, kiwi, and banana into a high-speed blender, close the lid, and blend in 20-second increments until smooth.
Pour into a glass, garnish with banana and kiwi slices, and serve with a straw.
Kiwi Banana Smoothie Nutrition Facts
each serving of this kiwi banana smoothie has | 250 calories | 0.9g total fat | 0.1g saturated fat | 0mg cholesterol | 69mg sodium | 44.5g total carbs | 5.6g dietary fiber | 28.2g total sugars | 13.4g protein | 239mg calcium | 1mg iron | 910mg potassium |
These facts are based on a 2000-calorie diet | Nutrition Disclaimer |
Storage & Variations
To store your kiwi banana smoothie, transfer it into a freezer-safe air-tight container and freeze it for up to 3 months.
You can also make popsicles with this smoothie recipe. Once frozen, transfer your popsicles into freezer bags until you’re ready to serve.
I recommend drinking your smoothie right away after blending to get all of its amazing nutrients.
Variations
Your options are endless, you can check out what goes well with kiwi in smoothies to get the full list of fruits, veggies, thickeners, healthy fats, and sweeteners.
With that out of the way, I sometimes add peanut butter to this smoothie for more protein. Also, I love avocados so half an avocado will transform this smoothie into a creamy goodness.
Want more Kiwi Recipes & Tips?
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- Creamy Kiwi Spinach Smoothie Recipe
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Conclusion
I hope you enjoyed making and drinking this kiwi banana smoothie, if you did, let me know in the comments below! I would also love it if you followed me on Pinterest & Flipboard for more delicious creamy smoothie recipes.
