Kefir Smoothie with Blueberries (Printable Version)

A creamy smoothie brimming with blueberries and health benefits.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups 480 ml plain kefir preferably unsweetened

→ Fruit

02 - 1 cup 150 g fresh or frozen blueberries
03 - 1 small ripe banana

→ Seeds & Add-Ins

04 - 1 tablespoon 10 g ground flaxseed
05 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

→ Toppings (optional)

07 - A few fresh blueberries
08 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Add kefir, blueberries, banana, ground flaxseed, honey if using, and vanilla extract to a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed for 30–60 seconds, until smooth and creamy.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
04 - Pour into two glasses. Top with fresh blueberries and chia seeds if desired.
05 - Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This smoothie is a quick blend away from a nutrient-packed breakfast that boosts your gut health.
  • Its creamy texture and vibrant color make it not just tasty, but a feast for the eyes, too!
02 -
  • Over-blending can make your smoothie too thin, so blend just until smooth.
  • Using too ripe bananas can lead to an overly sweet smoothie, so choose your ripeness wisely!
03 -
  • Perfecting the flavor requires taste-testing; don’t be shy!
  • Keeping your smoothie bowl toppings minimal helps prevent overwhelming the star ingredients.
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