This Blueberry Kiwi Protein Smoothie is an awesome breakfast or post workout smoothie. It’s full of flavor AND will keep you fuller longer thanks to the hemp seeds, which are packed with protein.
*This post was originally published in 2015. It’s still the same recipe, but with better photos!
Happy Tuesday! I know Tuesdays aren’t nearly as exciting as Fridays but today we’re virtually drinking this kiwi protein smoothie together, so I think that helps.
Normally I go way overboard with my chocolate consumption around this holidays, which I think is totally normal. Listening to your cravings is important, but I think it’s equally as important to fuel our bodies will good-for-you foods, even on days when we might not feel like it. Certainly, this kiwi protein smoothie IS good for you, and quite tasty too.
Believe it or not, before creating this smoothie recipe, I hadn’t eaten a kiwi in over 10 years! Let me explain.
In first grade, my class took a field trip to a brand new grocery store in my town. During the trip, we learned all about the store and had the opportunity to sample some of the food, with one of the samples being kiwi. Most of the kids ate it and enjoyed it, while on the other hand, I ended up spitting mine out because I hated it so much.
That was 17 years ago.
Consequently, I developed a hatred of kiwis and didn’t realize it because WOW that’s a long time to go without eating a kiwi.
So, when I went to the grocery store last week, I decided to buy a few kiwis. Certainly, the experience was going to be different this time around. Plus, I’d say it was long overdue that I give kiwis a second try.
The good news is that kiwis are now on my “enjoy” list. That is to say, my tastebuds are no longer that of a seven year old’s, and I really like kiwis when they’re combined with blueberries in a smoothie.
Besides the kiwis, this protein smoothie is loaded with hemp seeds for that extra kick of protein (rather than protein powder). For instance, did you know that there’s 10 grams of protein in three tablespoons of hemp seeds? Now, we have kiwis and hemp seeds, but that’s not all! Add in some blueberries and a couple mint leaves and you now have a fruity, filling protein smoothie recipe.
Note: you can use fresh OR frozen blueberries in this recipe. Personally, I prefer using frozen fruit when available because it makes the smoothie thicker.
In short, this smoothie makes for an awesome breakfast or post workout smoothie and is a nice change of pace from your normal smoothie routine.
If you like this kiwi smoothie, you’ll love my other smoothie recipes.For example, this cashew butter smoothie AND this superfood chocolate smoothie. Check ’em out!
PrintBlueberry Kiwi Protein Smoothie
This blueberry kiwi protein smoothie is an awesome breakfast or post workout smoothie. It’s full of flavor and will keep you fuller longer thanks to the hemp seeds, which are packed with protein.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 1
- Category: breakfast
- Method: blender
- Cuisine: smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 kiwis
- 2 mint leaves
- 3 tbsp hemp seeds
- 4 ice cubes
- 1/2 cup almond milk or milk of choice
Instructions
- Cut kiwis in half.
- Throw all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
- Enjoy!
Keywords: kiwi smoothie, blueberry kiwi smoothie, kiwi protein smoothie
My favorite smoothie combination.
These look SO good Erin! I’ve been craving so much fruit lately!
Thanks Liz, me too!
Question: My son loves chia seeds, can I swap that out for the hemp seeds?
yes absolutely!
Nice smoothie Erin. I like the use of mint. My kids love kiwis so I will try this with them. I use hemp protein powder quite a bit in breakfast smoothie.
– Anna
ps – Love the Whole 30 recipes (pics are always amazing on your site)
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I need to get back onto the kiwi train- I think this recipe sound perfect mainly because it’s so puuurty.
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Someone I work with keeps the skins on when she eats kiwis..thoughts?
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Soooo I Googled it and apparently the skins contain extra fiber and Vitamin C. I ate mine, but I could also understand not wanting to because the texture is kinda funky.
Now that I think of it, I haven’t had a kiwi in forever! I don’t dislike them, they just aren’t in my regular arsenal of fruit. Hemp seeds on the other hand are like my food fairy dust. Sprinkle a little protein power on salads, smoothies or whatever I’m eating pretty much!
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I was the same way with kiwis and I think it was because of the seedy texture. I do love the flavor though so I think adding it to a smoothie is a brilliant idea. And I’m obsessed with hemp seeds too so I pretty much want nothing more than to reach through the screen right now and grab this beautiful smoothie!!
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Mhmmm I’ve always been a pretty big fan of kiwis! I love how pocket-sized they are (not that I actually put it in my pocket hahah) and how you can easily scoop out the insides. Even better in a smoothie! Gorgeoussss photos!
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Holy shit! Now that you mention it, I think it’s been about 6 years since I’ve had a kiwi! And I have no excuse, because I actually love the dern things. This smoothie has got it going on, sista! Time to get me some kiwis and get to blending, fo’ sho! So happy to hear you had a fun Easter and Happy Monday!
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Glad to hear I’m not the only one going through a kiwi drought. We need to eat extra kiwis to make up for lost time!
I’m pretty hit or miss when it comes to kiwis. I like them, but I just find it so hard to get a nice ripe one — usually they end up being way too sour. That and the fuzzy skin kind of skeeves me out 😆
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Kiwis are a staple fruit for me! I’m eating one now! hahahahah! I’m glad you like them now 😉 And I’m one of those people who eats the skin too! The best part!
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I ate the skin too! I didn’t know people didn’t eat the skins…. lol though Google tells me it’s super healthy so I don’t feel so bad.
This sounds so good! I like kiwi, but for some reason I never pick them up at the store. I can’t remember being a picky eater when I was a kid. My mom was really good about sneaking in healthy stuff into our meals, though!
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I love kiwis! I just dont like how pricey they are sometimes and peeling them can be difficult because they get slippery. I actually disnt like blueberries for a while until I tried them again last year and started adding them to oatmeal. this smoothie looks delicious! as it gets warmer outside I definitely am wanting more smoothies and they are so easy to throw together
You disliked blueberries?! Good thing you’ve hopped over to the good side 🙂
Happy Post-East Monday Erin! Oooh, those fresh mint leaves in this must make this such a refreshing – almost energizing and oh-so-goo-for-me smoothie! Glad you came to the kiwi side – they really rock! 🙂
Now, I am totally fascinated by this jello pretzel salad you had at your grandmas…do you have any pictures? What was in it other than pretzels and jello?
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Haha! If you type “jello pretzel salad” into Pinterest you can see what it looks like. It’s so good!
Yummy Erin! What a great combo! I have some kiwis in the fridge actually….they are meant to help you sleep….but I havent found they help that much….thats why they ended up in the fridge hah. This would be a great way to use them, loving smoothies right now! I would love if you joined us for meatless monday with this 🙂
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Kiwis help you sleep? Well..supposedly? Weeeeird!