Banana Berry Kefir Smoothie

This Banana Berry Kefir Smoothie recipe makes a great quick breakfast or snack. Full of probiotics, vitamins and other nutrients, this smoothie is both healthy and delicious.

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Smoothies are such a great way to pack in extra vitamins and nutrients, without really even knowing that they’re there. Not to mention, they are so quick to make and easy to take on the go.

This Banana Berry Kefir Smoothie is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. If you’ve been looking for ways to incorporate probiotic-rich foods into your diet like kefir, this is a recipe for you!

Why You’ll Love This Banana Berry Kefir Smoothie Recipe

Sweet and tangy. Kefir can be quite tangy for a lot of people’s tastes, but blending it into a smoothie with sweet fruit makes the perfect balance.

Lots of health perks. Kefir is the base of this smoothie, which is full of probiotics. With other healthful ingredients like berries, chia seeds and flaxseeds, this smoothie packs a nutrient-rich punch.

Quick and easy. This is a great on-the-go breakfast or snack food. You can whip it up in less than five minutes and take it to go, or enjoy it as a compliment to a larger meal.

Find more quick breakfast recipes at Quail Creek Homestead:

• Simple Homemade Granola
• No-Knead Sourdough Bagels
• Favorite Overnight Oats
• Rich and Moist Banana Muffins
• Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bagels
• Sourdough Carrot Muffins

Ingredients

Kefir – high in protein, nutrients and probiotics, milk kefir is great for digestion, gut health and overall nutrition. In fact, many people consider it to be more nutritious than yogurt.

Banana – most commonly known to be high in potassium, bananas are also rich in fiber, prebiotics, and several vitamins and minerals.

Frozen strawberries – strawberries contain powerful antioxidants and a wide range of other vitamins and nutrients offering many health benefits.

Frozen blueberries – one of the most well-known superfoods, blueberries are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory effects, both of which contribute to their many health benefits.

Chia seeds – chia seeds are rich in minerals including calcium, magnesium, iron and potassium. They are high in fiber, with an ideal balance of soluble to insoluble fiber.

Ground flaxseed – flaxseed boasts high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, lignans and antioxidant properties.

Equipment

Blender – I’ve had a Ninja blender for the last several years and it’s been great.

Measuring cups and spoons

Rubber spatula

How to Make Banana Berry Kefir Smoothie

Add kefir to the blender, then add the rest of the ingredients. Blend until smooth, scraping down sides of blender as necessary. Best enjoyed immediately.