This raspberry walnut kefir smoothie is a perfect way to start your day! Loaded with antioxidants, probiotics, protein and omega-3’s, this flavorful and vibrant smoothie is a must-try!
I love smoothies to start by day off right and this is one of my faves lately! Ingredients include frozen banana and raspberries, walnuts, chia seeds, collagen and kefir. I love to make my own kefir but when I’m taking a break I use Lifeway kefir, which is what I used in this recipe. Simply blend up all the ingredients and enjoy this refreshing smoothie!
If I have leftover smoothie, I simply pour into ice pop molds and enjoy as ice pops later!
Ingredients for Raspberry Walnut Kefir Smoothie
Frozen raspberries add antioxidants, vibrant color, and subtle sweetness.
Frozen banana adds a sweet creaminess.
Walnuts are rich with omega-3’s and antioxidants
Collagen Peptides Powder are high in protein and known for their benefits for joint and bone health
Kefir is a great way to get probiotics into your smoothie. I used Lifeway 1% Kefir for this smoothie, you can purchase Lifeway Kefir products at Lucky, Rite Aid Pharmacy & Safeway.
Chia Seeds are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and they provide fiber, iron, and calcium.
Raspberry Walnut Kefir Smoothie Recipe
This raspberry walnut kefir smoothie is a perfect way to start your day! Loaded with antioxidants, probiotics, protein and omega-3's, this flavorful and vibrant smoothie is a must-try!
Ingredients
- 2 cups Lifeway kefir, 1%
- 2 cups frozen raspberries
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons collagen peptides powder
- 1/3 cup walnuts
Instructions
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Bombine all ingredients in a high-power blender.
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Blend until combined. If it is too thick add a little extra kefir. If it is too thin add more frozen banana or ice cubes.
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Pour into two large glasses or four small glasses and enjoy!
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If you have extra smoothie, pour into ice pops mold and freeze to enjoy later!
Recipe Video
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I think kefir is underrated, it is so delicious! This recipe is really clever, with so many good-for-you ingredients, I love it.
I agree Stine! Thanks for your kind words!
I’ve never had kefir before, so I need to try it. This smoothie looks great.
Definitely give it a try! It is tangy so putting it in smoothies is a great way to get used to it!
This smoothie looks really yummy. I have made lots of smoothies in my life but have never added any nuts. I am going to try this recipe next time. I am curious about the walnuts. This recipe sounds really interesting and looks delish!
I love adding walnuts to my smoothies and hope you enjoy it too!
Unbelievably, I only had my first smoothie last week! Now I am definitely a fan, and cannot wait to try this one out!
Welcome to the smoothie fan club Jacqui!
I love a smoothie for breakfast and this one looks super tasty. Kefir is such a great addition and gives you both the creamy tangy flavor I love so much!
It is my breakfast of choice most days too! Thanks Candiss!
I love the colour and the sound of this – kefir is so good for us – I should definitely make this to get my day started – what a brilliant idea! Thanks so much for sharing.
I love kefir’s health beneifts too! Hope you love this smoothie Ramona!
This looks absolutely amazing. I’m going to have to add this to our breakfast meal plan this week. Thank you for sharing the recipe.
Hope you enjoy this Alexis! Thanks!
This looks like the best way to start the day. I love the addition of collagen peptides powder and chia seeds. I always incorporate both of those things in my breakfast 🙂
Thanks Cathleen! Those are powerhouse additions for breakfast for sure!
Love the combo of raspberries and walnuts! It gives it such a nice flavor. I’ve also been looking for ways to incorporate more collagen, so this is perfect!
Thanks Amanda! It is one of my fave combos too! And yes to collagen, always!
Absolutely loved this and it was so easy to make!
So glad you enjoyed it Sapana!
I do love a yummy berry smoothie and yours looks great. I also like ice pops so would totally be down for making them from the smoothie, should the unlikely instance of leftover smoothie occur.
Thanks Valerie, enjoy!
I love the addition of the walnuts and the banana too! Makes for a delicious treat! And I am totally stealing your ice pop idea! Brilliant!
Thanks Beth! I’m really loving walnuts in my smoothies lately! And enjoy the smoothie ice pops- it has been a game changer for me!
I still have not had kefir. But I am looking forward to trying this recipe.
Kefir is a great way to get some probiotics, I hope you enjoy it Mirlene!
Love this probiotics rich recipe for my morning ritual. Thanks. Lot for this recipe.
Thanks Sophie, glad you are enjoying it!
These are so good, and they’re healthy for me and my family, which I like. And what leftover? There won’t be any unless you really plan on making some popsicles. 😉
That’s probably true! Sometimes I do make extra just for that reason!
This was absolutely great. Thanks for the great recipe.
Thanks Matt, enjoy!
The smoothie looks amazing way to start the day. It is so thick and delicious. I never tried kefir but your post sounds interesting.
If you like yogurt then definitely give kefir a try! Thanks Lathiya!