Kiwifruit & Manuka Honey Gut-Boosting Smoothie

Name: Kiwifruit & Manuka Honey Gut-Boosting Smoothie
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 smoothies
Ingredients: 2 each ripe kiwifruit (peeled and roughly chopped); 1 medium banana (frozen for extra creaminess (optional)); 150 g Greek yoghurt (use plant-based yoghurt for vegan option); 200 ml oat milk (or any milk of choice); 1 tbsp Manuka honey (UMF 10+ recommended — adjust to taste); 1 tbsp ground flaxseed (boosts fibre and omega-3s); 1 handful spinach (baby spinach for a mild flavour); 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice (brightens flavours); 4-6 ice cubes ice (optional, for a cooler texture)

A bright, immunity-boosting green smoothie sweetened with premium Manuka honey

A nutrient-dense smoothie starring Manuka honey for natural sweetness and gut-soothing properties. Packed with kiwifruit, spinach, flaxseed and probiotic yoghurt for a creamy, tangy drink that’s trending for gut health and immunity.

Lisa

February 10, 20260 comments

Timing

Cook Time: PT0S

Prep Time: PT10M

Rest Time: PT10M

Total Time: PT20M

Active Time: PT10M

Ingredients

each

ripe kiwifruit

(Notes: peeled and roughly chopped)

medium

banana

(Notes: frozen for extra creaminess (optional))

150

Greek yoghurt

(Notes: use plant-based yoghurt for vegan option)

200

oat milk

(Notes: or any milk of choice)

tbsp

Manuka honey

(Notes: UMF 10+ recommended — adjust to taste)

tbsp

ground flaxseed

(Notes: boosts fibre and omega-3s)

handful

spinach

(Notes: baby spinach for a mild flavour)

1/2

tsp

fresh lemon juice

(Notes: brightens flavours)

4-6

ice cubes

ice

(Notes: optional, for a cooler texture)

Instructions

Step 1

Prepare the fruit: peel and chop the kiwifruit, and break the banana into chunks. Add the kiwifruit, banana, and baby spinach to the blender.

Tip: Use a frozen banana for a thicker, creamier smoothie without extra ice.

Step 2

Add the yoghurt, oat milk, ground flaxseed and fresh lemon juice. Drizzle in the Manuka honey last so it disperses evenly.

Tip: If you prefer plant-based, swap Greek yoghurt for coconut or almond yoghurt.

Step 3

Blend on high until completely smooth and velvety. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash more oat milk and blend again.

Tip: Pulse for a few seconds first to break down chunks, then blend continuously for best texture.

Timing: PT1M

Step 4

Taste and adjust: add a little more Manuka honey if you like it sweeter, or a squeeze more lemon if you want more brightness.

Tip: Manuka honey is potent — add in small increments to avoid over-sweetening.

Step 5

Pour into two chilled glasses and, if desired, let rest in the fridge for 10 minutes to marry the flavours, or serve immediately over ice.

Tip: Garnish with a kiwi slice and a drizzle of extra Manuka honey for presentation.

Timing: PT10M