Fig Kefir Smoothie

Aug 7, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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This smoothie blends tangy plain kefir with naturally sweet dried figs, a small amount of sea salt, and ice for a creamy, mildly sweet, and refreshing drink packed with probiotics.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)plain kefir
3.0dried figs, stems removed
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice cubes
1.0 tsp (5.0 g)fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the plain kefir to a high-speed blender.
Add the dried figs, fine sea salt, and vanilla extract.
Add the ice cubes last.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check the consistency and, if too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons additional kefir; if too thin, add a few extra ice cubes or frozen figs.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use fresh figs if available, soaked briefly in warm water to soften, to enhance natural sweetness. Adjust thickness by adding kefir or ice cubes to your preference.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make fig kefir smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make fig kefir smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

This smoothie blends tangy plain kefir with naturally sweet dried figs, a small amount of sea salt, and ice for a creamy, mildly sweet, and refreshing drink packed with probiotics.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

153 Calories / serving

5.0g Fat

16.0g Carbs

8.6g Protein

15.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~153 cal · 5g fat · 16g carbs · 9g protein · 15g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 153 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 21 min·1.1 mi·~2100 steps
Moderate cycling 16 min·3.2 mi
Swimming laps 21 min
Jogging 15 min·1.3 mi·~2400 steps
Stair climbing 14 min·~1250 steps
Dancing 25 min
Bodyweight circuit training 16 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 36 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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