Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie

Say hello to a new day with a Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie in hand. This easy, tropical smoothie made with Greek yogurt is a delight for kids and adults alike.

Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie Recipe

It's no secret that I love a good smoothie. So do my husband and kiddos. They're just so easy to throw together! Especially on a busy morning when I am running out the door or for an easy snacktime treat.

Okay so... if you can't tell — we make smoothies a lot! One of my favorites is this strawberry banana smoothie. Sometimes I make chocolate strawberry smoothies... (I guess you could say I love strawberry smoothies a lot too!)

I'm always looking for new flavors to try, and the other day I heard about the strawberry kiwi smoothie at a local smoothie place and I just had to try it myself.

Strawberry and kiwi together remind me of a beach vacation. It comes together in a way that transports you to a place where you can feel sand between your toes and hear the waves crash against the shore. So tropical and delightful.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• This strawberry kiwi smoothie is made with frozen strawberries, fresh kiwi fruit, Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract and almond milk.
• No banana is needed for this strawberry kiwi smoothie! However, if you'd prefer to make it without the yogurt, I recommend using a frozen banana to thicken it.
• Plus, it's kid-approved. Look at this guy! 👇 (He also loves this green smoothie so he's quite the kid.)

This recipe is pretty similar to the Smoothie King Strawberry Kiwi Breeze smoothie recipe in taste, although theirs uses apple juice, papaya juice and whey protein as well.

Ingredients

Here's what you need to make this easy strawberry kiwi smoothie:

• Frozen strawberries: I always try to buy organic frozen strawberries if I can, but you can use any that you can find in the frozen section of the grocery store. (Fresh works too — see note below!)
• Fresh kiwi fruit: Pick up ripe kiwis that are firm with a little bit of give to them, like a ripe peach or avocado. Peel them with a paring knife or vegetable peeler, then halve them or drop them whole into the blender — they are fairly soft so they will blend up just fine.
• Almond milk: Almond milk gives this smoothie lots of tropical flavors. Did you know that almond is a common flavor in tiki drinks? That's why it works so well with the tropical flavors of berries and kiwi.
• Greek yogurt: Greek yogurt smoothies are my favorite. I love how Greek yogurt brings smoothies lots of tart flavor, creaminess, thickness and — my favorite — protein. (Seriously, just try it in my popular blueberry greek yogurt smoothie.)
• Honey: Honey is my go-to sweetener, but you can absolutely use your favorite. Maple syrup and agave nectar are both great ones, or you can skip the sweetener altogether.
• Vanille extract: A little vanilla goes a long way to add some extra flavor. Totally not necessary, but it adds an extra punch of sweet flavor that we just loved.

Fresh vs. Frozen Strawberries in Smoothies

Frozen strawberries act like ice in this smoothie. You can use fresh strawberries but you may need to add ½ cup of ice to keep the smoothie cold. However, the ice will melt as you sip it, so the flavor can become diluted. In other words, I recommend frozen strawberries, but fresh will work just fine! Make sure to hull them.

Substitutions & Variations

We almost always have unsweetened almond milk on hand because we try not to consume a ton of dairy. However, you can definitely use your favorite dairy or non-dairy milk.

Feel free to use any kind of yogurt you like, even non-dairy yogurt. If you'd prefer not to use yogurt at all, you can use a frozen or fresh banana to add some sweetness.

» See my tips on making smoothies without yogurt or banana.

How to Make a Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie

To make any smoothie, you will need a really good blender. I can't emphasize this enough. If you are still rocking an oldie, it might be worth looking for one with a little more power to break down those frozen fruits. We absolutely love our Vitamix!

1. Always add your liquids first to keep the blades sharp. So add the Greek yogurt, honey and almond milk and vanilla extract.
2. Then add your strawberries and kiwi.
3. Give your blender a whirl and then pour it into your favorite glasses. We love this blender spatula so we can get every last drop!
4. Serve in two glasses with smoothie straws.

Storing Leftover Smoothie

Yes, you can save leftover smoothie! You can put it in the fridge for up to a day. You may want to re-blend it in case it settles.

You can also freeze it in an ice cube tray. I love these ones because they have a lid and make for easy storage in my fridge.

Smoothie Mix-Ins

You can mix up this strawberry kiwi smoothie in so many different ways!

• Banana: Frozen or fresh would add more thickness as well as tropical flavor.
• Mango: Fresh or frozen mango would give this smoothie more island vibes.
• Pineapple: More tropical flavors can come from fresh or frozen pineapple.
• Berries: Blueberries, cherries or raspberries would add more flavor and texture.
• Non-dairy: Make this recipe with non-dairy yogurt. You can also use banana or chia seeds. Use any non-dairy milk like almond, soy or oat milk. Orange juice will also work to keep it non-dairy and would be delicious, too.
• Protein powder: Add your favorite protein powder to give this smoothie an extra boost of protein.
• Chia seeds: Chia seeds can make a smoothie thicker too.
• Spinach or kale: Enjoy some extra greens in your smoothie with a handful of spinach or kale.

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More Smoothie Recipes

If you love smoothies, you will also love these recipes:

• Tropical Green Smoothie
• Pineapple Smoothie
• Peach Smoothie
• Blueberry Greek Yogurt Smoothie
• Caramel Apple Smoothie
• Green Apple Smoothie
• Orange Julius smoothie