Get your greens with this refreshing Apple Kiwi Green Smoothie. It’s an easy, low-calorie option for breakfast or a nourishing afternoon snack. Make a batch in the morning and store it in a sealed jar or bottle in the fridge to enjoy whenever you need a clean energy boost.
Made with spinach, banana, apple and kiwi, this smoothie is packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It’s simple to prepare and makes a refreshing way to start your day.
Do We Need Green Smoothie Recipes?
You can certainly toss any healthy ingredients into a blender, but thoughtful combinations yield better flavor and texture. The main point of a daily green smoothie is the health benefit, not to mimic dessert. Still, if it tastes good, you’re more likely to keep making it. That’s why practical recipes that pair complementary fruits and greens are helpful — they make healthy choices easier and more enjoyable.
By aiming to include more fruits and vegetables in pleasant combinations, you’ll find it easier to reach recommended servings and to enjoy the process. This apple-kiwi smoothie is a great example: simple, balanced and delicious.
How To Make A Healthy Green Smoothie For Beginners
If you’re new to green smoothies, follow these basic tips:
- Pick your greens. Start with spinach — it’s mild and nutritious. As you get comfortable, try adding kale, carrot greens, radish greens or broccoli in small amounts.
- Use sweet frozen fruit. Frozen bananas, mango or pineapple make smoothies colder, thicker and naturally sweeter without added sugar.
- Add liquid. Water, dairy-free milk or a splash of juice helps the blender do its job. Adjust the amount to reach your preferred consistency.
- Add tangy fruit if desired. Kiwi, berries, apple, lemon or orange juice add brightness and complexity.
Blend everything until smooth. Drink immediately for the best texture, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later. I prefer simple, whole ingredients rather than powders — and in colder months I often use frozen fruit and greens for convenience.
You’ll Love This Apple Kiwi Green Smoothie
This apple kiwi green smoothie is light, sweet and very refreshing. It’s hydrating and energizing — the kind of drink that can make you feel refreshed and ready for the day.
Green smoothies often make me feel more hydrated and alert compared with the rest of my routine. Whether you drink it immediately or a few hours later, it’s a simple, nutrient-dense choice that beats many processed snacks.
What Goes Into The Green Apple Kiwi Smoothie
Spinach. Use fresh spinach; organic if available.
Apple. Any variety works; sweeter types like Honeycrisp or Golden Delicious add pleasant sweetness.
Kiwi. Green or gold kiwi both work; gold is slightly sweeter.
Banana. A small banana adds creaminess and sweetness. Frozen banana will thicken and chill the smoothie.
Water or dairy-free milk. Use enough liquid to help the ingredients blend and adjust for desired thickness.
Should You Drink Green Smoothies Immediately After Blending?
It’s fine to drink a smoothie right away for the best texture, but waiting a few hours won’t negate its benefits. The goal is consistency: making and drinking smoothies regularly is what matters most. If you prepare one in the morning and sip it later, you’re still choosing a nutritious option over less healthy snacks.
Health Benefits
This smoothie contains fiber, vitamin C, provitamin A, iron and magnesium — nutrients that support hydration, reduce inflammation and provide an antioxidant boost. A simple, whole-food smoothie like this can help you feel more energetic and support overall wellbeing.
To enjoy the benefits, make it and drink it — antioxidants and nutrients won’t transfer through a screen. Regularly including fruits and vegetables in palatable ways helps you meet daily recommendations and feel better overall.
This apple kiwi green smoothie will hydrate you, add a natural lift and may brighten your day. Even on cold mornings when hot drinks tempt you, try a smoothie first to start with a nutrient-rich choice.
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes:
- The Best Green Smoothie Recipe
- The Best Strawberry Banana Smoothie
- 3-Ingredient Blueberry Smoothie
Apple Kiwi Green Smoothie
Refreshing apple kiwi green smoothie recipe! Make a batch of this simple green smoothie in the morning for a quick low-calorie breakfast or a super healthy snack in the afternoon.
5 minutes
5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 apple
- 1 gold kiwi
- 1 frozen banana (small-medium)
- 2/3 – 1 cup fresh spinach
Instructions
- Chop the apple and peel it if not organic. Peel the kiwi and wash the spinach.
- Place everything into a blender and add water or dairy-free milk to cover about halfway.
- Blend until smooth. Adjust thickness by adding more liquid or another banana to thicken.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 268Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 82mgCarbohydrates: 66gFiber: 12gSugar: 40gProtein: 6g
This recipe was first published in January 2017 and last updated in November 2022.