Name: Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 cup kale; 2 oranges (cut into wedges); 1 cup strawberries (frozen); 1 kiwi (peeled); 1/2 banana; 1 tbsp lemon (juice); 1 serving homemade protein powder (optional)

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I remember introducing kiwi to my kids; it’s such a magical fruit! Yet with such a short growing season, I get in as many as I can before they disappear again. This delicious green fruit is the star in my strawberry kiwi smoothie.

A little tang, a little sweetness, and a whole lot of vitamin C are waiting inside the furry skin of this unique fruit.

Kiwi smoothie with citrus and fresh ingredients

Ingredients You’ll Need
Kiwi Smoothie Swaps
Lower Sugar Options
Blending Tips
More Green Smoothie Recipes
Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients You’ll Need

This kiwi smoothie uses simple, whole ingredients that balance bright flavor with a smooth, drinkable texture:

Kiwi: Adds a tangy, tropical-leaning flavor that pairs well with citrus. Choose fruit that gives slightly when pressed. Peel for a smoother texture, or leave the skin on for extra fiber. Check out my guide on how to peel kiwi.
Kale: Kale is one of my favorite leafy green vegetables for smoothies. It adds nutrients without overpowering the fruit. Look for deep green leaves with firm stems. You can also freeze kale to have it ready anytime.
Oranges: Provide natural sweetness and bright citrus flavor. They also act as the liquid base. Choose oranges that feel heavy for their size, which usually means they’re juicier.
Frozen Strawberries: Balance the citrus with gentle sweetness. Frozen berries also help create a cold, refreshing smoothie without diluting flavor.
Banana: Brings natural creaminess and helps mellow the tart flavors. A ripe banana works best. You can freeze bananas ahead of time for easy smoothie prep.

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Fresh fruits and greens arranged on a countertop, ready for making a kiwi citrus smoothie.

Kiwi Smoothie Swaps

Because I’m all about rotating my leafy green vegetables in smoothies, kale isn’t the only green that works in this strawberry kiwi smoothie. My original recipe actually uses dandelion greens! Switch it up with whatever you have on hand.

If you don’t have time to squeeze some fresh orange juice for the liquid base of this recipe, you can use water, coconut water, or toss in an orange + 1/2 cup water. For tips on blending, flavor combos, and getting the perfect texture every time, check out my guide on how to make a smoothie.

Lower Sugar Options

Even though all the sugar in this kiwi smoothie is 100% naturally occurring, it can still be a lot. Swap the banana with 1/2 avocado per serving, or 1/2 cup cauliflower to lower the sugar content. You can also check out my list of low sugar fruits to discover tasty, naturally sweet options that won’t spike your blood sugar.

Another great way to help your body process that natural sugar, is adding in extra protein + healthy fat. This helps your body burn that sugar as longer lasting energy. I created a homemade protein powder specifically for adding protein, as well as healthy fat, to my smoothies. And it helps keep me full until lunchtime, with no sugar crash!

Blending Tips

I recommend peeling kiwi before blending, because the skin is pretty tough and hairy. If you aren’t using high-powered smoothie blenders for this strawberry kiwi smoothie, make sure to blend the greens + liquid first. This will allow your blender to really chop up those greens.
You might want to toss in the kiwi after the first blend, and blend again, before adding the remaining ingredients. This will help chop up the seeds from the kiwi a bit more, which creates a creamier beverage.
Prep ingredients ahead of time using my frozen meal prep smoothie packs method to save time.

More Green Smoothie Recipes

If you’re loving this kiwi smoothie recipe, try some of my other favorite green smoothies:

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