Manuka Gut-Boost Berry & Oat Smoothie

Name: Manuka Gut-Boost Berry & Oat Smoothie
Prep time: 8 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe banana (frozen or fresh, frozen makes it creamier); 300 g mixed berries (frozen (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)); 400 ml oat milk (barista-style oat milk for creaminess); 60 g rolled oats (for fibre and thickness); 1 tbsp chia seeds (omega-3s and extra texture); 150 g kefir (probiotic kick; substitute live yoghurt if preferred); 2 tbsp Manuka honey (MGO-rated Manuka honey to taste); 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional – adds a zesty warming note); 1/2 lemon (juice only, brightens the flavours); 4 ice cubes (optional, for chill and texture)

Probiotic oat smoothie sweetened with MGO-rated Manuka honey

A gut-friendly breakfast smoothie combining frozen berries, oats, kefir and Manuka honey for natural sweetness and antimicrobial support. Thick, creamy and trendy — perfect for busy mornings or a post-workout refuel.

Lisa

November 21, 20250 comments

Timing

Cook Time: PT0M

Prep Time: PT8M

Rest Time: PT2M

Total Time: PT10M

Active Time: PT8M

Ingredients

ripe

banana

(Notes: frozen or fresh, frozen makes it creamier)

300

mixed berries

(Notes: frozen (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries))

400

oat milk

(Notes: barista-style oat milk for creaminess)

rolled oats

(Notes: for fibre and thickness)

tbsp

chia seeds

(Notes: omega-3s and extra texture)

150

kefir

(Notes: probiotic kick; substitute live yoghurt if preferred)

tbsp

Manuka honey

(Notes: MGO-rated Manuka honey to taste)

tsp

fresh ginger, grated

(Notes: optional – adds a zesty warming note)

1/2

lemon

(Notes: juice only, brightens the flavours)

ice cubes

(Notes: optional, for chill and texture)

Instructions

Step 1

Measure the rolled oats and chia seeds into the blender pitcher and pour over half the oat milk. Stir briefly and let sit to soften for 2 minutes.

Tip: Soaking softens the oats for a smoother texture without long soaking times.

Timing: PT2M

Step 2

Add banana, frozen mixed berries, kefir, grated ginger, lemon juice and the remaining oat milk to the blender.

Tip: Use a ripe banana for natural sweetness so you can reduce the honey if desired.

Step 3

Squeeze in the Manuka honey and blend on high until completely smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more oat milk and pulse again.

Tip: Add honey after other ingredients so it disperses evenly; adjust to taste for sweetness.

Timing: PT1M30S

Step 4

Taste and adjust: more Manuka honey for sweetness, extra lemon for brightness, or a handful of ice for chill. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

Tip: Top with a sprinkle of oats or extra chia seeds and a drizzle of Manuka honey for a photo-ready finish.