Mixed Berry Kefir Smoothie

Oct 2, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A creamy smoothie combining plain kefir with mixed berries and frozen banana for a refreshing, tangy drink.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)plain kefir
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
½ cup (120.0 g)mixed frozen berries
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
fine sea salt

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Instructions

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

Tips

Use any combination of frozen berries you prefer. For a thinner smoothie, add extra kefir or a splash of water.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make mixed berry kefir smoothie?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make mixed berry 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.

A creamy smoothie combining plain kefir with mixed berries and frozen banana for a refreshing, tangy drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

300 Calories / serving

5.8g Fat

52.9g Carbs

10.7g Protein

34.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~300 cal · 6g fat · 53g carbs · 11g protein · 34g sugar

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

Per serving · 300 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 57 min·3.3 mi·~6650 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 41 min·2.1 mi·~4100 steps
Moderate cycling 30 min·6.0 mi
Swimming laps 42 min
Jogging 29 min·2.4 mi·~4650 steps
Stair climbing 28 min·~2500 steps
Dancing 49 min
Bodyweight circuit training 30 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 70 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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