Thick, creamy, and perfectly sweet, this Goji Berry Smoothie is just amazing. Loaded with beautiful flavors and powerful SUPERFOODS, this smoothie is equally delicious and HEALTHY. Packed with nutrients and immune-boosting VITAMIN C, also made without any added sugars, it's a perfect energy-filled breakfast.
And so here we go... It's now only a week since our kid returned to school, and already he's having a runny nose and sore throat. This is pretty normal for this time of year when cold and flu season starts. Returning to the collective after months being locked inside the house with little contact with other people, it's one of the reasons he's been more sensitive too. It was entirely expected. And I was prepared.
To boost our immunity and protect us from a simple cold to advance into a more severe illness, I started making us immune-boosting smoothies and filled our menu with warming SUPERFOOD soups weeks before. In my son's case, that prevented a complete disaster from happening with sore throat turning into hight temperature. Also, it protected my husband and me from getting ill.
When you're looking to avoid winter colds and flu and boost your immunity, the obvious choice is Vitamin C packed fruits. I wanted to add a little more diversity into our diet; that's why I decided to use Goji Berries. Goji berries are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and vitamin A, and some powerful antioxidants. They are powerful little fruit, entirely overlooked by many.
This Goji Smoothie is just one of the many ways to use these little berries.
It's packed with so many beautiful anti-inflammatory ingredients that promote a good healthy immune system as well. It's also very nutritious, filled with all the nutrients our body needs. It's thick, creamy, bursting with so much flavor. Super sweet, but has no added sugars. Equally healthy and delicious.
Ingredients used
Smoothies are usually super easy to make. And this beauty is no exception. You'll need only a few simple ingredients. Here's what you'll need:
- GOJI BERRIES: Goji berries pack healthy energy into small servings. They are an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin A, and other powerful antioxidants that help boost the immune system and protect the body from high levels of oxidative stress and inflammation.
- BANANA: I used frozen ripe banana. It gave the smoothie a creamy texture and natural sweetness, so there was no need to add added sugars. Also, banana added many nutrients as well - fiber, antioxidants, and many vitamins and minerals, especially potassium and magnesium — two nutrients that are essential for heart health. Also, fibers in bananas are beneficial to our digestion, and happy digestion means better immunity.
- MILK: I used oat milk, but you can use any non-dairy milk such as almond or soy milk.
I also tossed in some more superfoods to boost this smoothie to the next level. I added:
- ALMOND BUTTER: I used creamy natural almond butter. Almond butter is packed with healthy monounsaturated fats, fibers, proteins, and many essential minerals and vitamins.
- FLAXSEEDS: Flaxseeds are a good source of many nutrients, especially fibers and antioxidants. They are one of the richest plant sources of the Omega-3s. I used freshly ground flax seeds.
- GINGER: I used fresh ginger root. Ginger is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-viral properties.
- CEYLON CINNAMON: Ceylon cinnamon is loaded with powerful antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties. It gave smoothie wonderful flavor.
How to make Goji Berry Smoothie
Making this gorgeous smoothie is quite easy. It will take you 5 minutes (tops!). Here's how to make it:
- Prepare and measure all ingredients using measuring cups.
- Soak Goji berries in warm water for 10 minutes. Drain them.
- Peel and slice fresh ginger.
- Take the blender and add goji berries, frozen banana, milk, almond butter, flax seeds, fresh ginger and cinnamon. Mix everything on high speed until you get even texture.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
- Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if the smoothie is not sweet enough. I recommend using date syrup, raw honey or maple syrup, or stevia. This is totally based on your preference.
- Transfer the smoothie into a tall glass.
- ADD TOPPINGS: I used goji berries and bee pollen. Be creative here and add toppings you like.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Makes 1 glass that serves 1 person.
Substitutions
- You can substitute almond butter with cashew butter. Tahini works well too. Peanut butter won't work well here because of the taste.
- Substitute flaxseeds with hemp seeds or chia seeds (it will add more omega-3's).
- You can use any plant-based milk here except coconut milk and cow's milk. It won't work well.
- MAKE IT VEGAN: Use plant-based milk. Omit bee pollen as a topping. Use stevia, or maple syrup as a sweetener.
Top tips
- Frozen banana helps create a thick and creamy consistency and makes your smoothie extra refreshing. If you don't want to use banana, bear in mind that the smoothie's texture will change, as well as sweetness.
- You can substitute banana by adding OATS. In that case, you might need to add extra sweetener. Use raw honey, date syrup, maple syrup, or soaked dates.
- Be sure to buy your organic goji berries from a reliable source, even though they may be expensive. Cheaper brands have been known to contain sulfites. Sulfites can cause an allergic reaction in some people.
- 1/4 cup of goji berries also fulfills 170 percent of your intake for vitamin A. You may want to limit how much you eat to reduce the risk of vitamin A toxicity.
Goji Berry Smoothie benefits
This sweet, vibrant beauty is:
- Loaded with nutrients that promote good health.
- Made with ALL NATURAL healthy ingredients.
- Powered with SUPERFOODS – goji berries, flaxseeds, GINGER.
- Completely ADDED SUGAR-FREE.
- Full of wonderful sweet berry flavor.
- Packed with plant-based proteins, heart-healthy fats, and fibers.
- Rich in powerful antioxidants, vitamin C good for immunity, and iron.
- Vegan, gluten free and dairy free.
- Very filling and will keep you full for long time.
- + it’s deliciously creamy, rich and amazing!
This gorgeous Goji Berry Smoothie is creamy, dreamy, and absolutely delicious. It’s very thick, vibrant, and full of flavor. Beautiful to look at and tastes amazing. Kids love it!
It's so healthy too. Packed with immune-boosting Vitamin C and Vitamin A, fibers good for digestion and anti-inflammatory Omega-3s. It has all the important nutrients that boost our immunity and promote optimal health. This smoothie is a well-balanced meal and thus perfect for morning served as breakfast.
I know you have goji berries stashed somewhere in your kitchen cabinet. Now, this is the perfect opportunity to use them. Enjoy!
Goji Berry Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1/2 banana frozen
- 1/4 cup goji berries soaked
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
Instructions
- Prepare and measure ingredients. Soak Goji berries in warm water for 10 minutes. Drain them. Peel and slice fresh ginger.
- Take the blender and add goji berries, frozen banana, milk, almond butter, flax seeds, fresh ginger and cinnamon. Mix everything on high speed until you get even texture.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
- Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if the smoothie is not sweet enough. I recommend using date syrup, raw honey or maple syrup, or stevia. This is totally based on your preference.
- Transfer the smoothie into a tall glass.
- ADD TOPPINGS: I like goji berries and bee pollen. Be creative here and add toppings you like.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
You can substitute almond butter with cashew butter. Tahini works well too.
Substitute flaxseeds with hemp seeds or chia seeds.
You can use any plant-based milk here except coconut milk. Cow's milk won't work well.
MAKE IT VEGAN: Use plant-based milk. Omit bee pollen as a topping. Use stevia, or maple syrup as a sweetener. Nutritional Disclaimer
Nutrition
More healthy smoothie recipes to try
- Mixed Berry Smoothie
- Strawberry Kefir Smoothie
- Blueberry Banana Chia Smoothie
- Strawberry Ginger Smoothie
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Isn't this the perfect smoothie for the summer season? Thanks a lot for sharing it.
Hi there! Thanks for the article. I adore smoothies !!! Thanks to you I have a recipe for a special smoothie. My friends advised me to eat goji berries for a positive effect on my health. I did not know how to properly include them in my diet. Now I know that I will cook my favorite smoothies with these berries.
I love this smoothie. Goji berries are a favorite with my kids so they ask for this often.
This looks good and easy to make. Very timely since we promised to make healthier food choices. Will definitely try this goji berry. Thank you for sharing the recipe and tips.
This smoothie was absolutely delicious! I had it for a post-workout snack and it was super satisfying!
Never thought to use goji berries in a smoothie! Such a cool idea :) WIll have to try it out.
I've never tried goji berries before, but this smoothie looks delicious. And, like you said, this is the time of year to be pumping up vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. I'll have to look for them and try this recipe out
This is definitely an energy boosting drink! Perfect for breakfast or paired with a snack.
Looks (and sounds) so delicious! Guess I'll give that a try next week! Yum!
Wonderful ingredients in this goji berry smoothie! Also the color is so pretty! Great boost for the cold season ahead!
Very nice recipe. Loved your tips. I like having a nice smoothie for breakfast and I will make your fab Goji Berry Smoothie tomorrow morning. It's Sunday so it will be extra special. I have cashew milk and all other ingredients are in my pantry as well. I even have frozen bananas! Looking forward to this yummy breakfast!
What a brilliant idea to use goji berries for a smoothie! I am so curious to try it!
Your recipes are delicious and healthy too. Loved this idea of a berry smoothie.Never tried a smoothie with oats and flax seeds. Will try this surely.
This drink looks and sounds so delicious. I like all the fresh ingredients used to make it.
This goji berry smoothie was quite delicious and refreshing! I made one for my daughter and I after our evening walk. Thanks for sharing so many healthy recipes.
Never heard of goji berries, but they are super nutritious and that is important.
Oh hello yummy goji berry smoothie! I love how unique this recipe is. I haven't ever made anything with goji before.
Goji berries! Yum! We surely need to try this recipe!
This looks really good. I love a great smoothie. I'll have to try this one out.
The natural food store next door sells bags of goji berries and I never know how to use them all. Thanks for this recipe and the tip about soaking them! No wonder I always feel they're too tough when I bite, I never soak them! My morning smoothies are going to be way healthier from now on.
This sounds like just the ticket for an added immune boost at this time of year. All those wonderful vitamins from the goji berries? You can't go wrong! Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Wow! This looks incredibly delicious and refreshing. From the color of it, we already know that this is a very healthy drinks, loved the color too. We all need this kind of drinks to boost our body and help promote healthy living.
My goodness, this recipe looks absolutely delicious! I would love to try making this myself.
This smoothie bowl looks absolutely amazing. I need to find goji berries at the supermarket this weekend.
Goji berries are so good for you! I've been wanting to incorporate them into my diet somehow. Thanks for the idea!
This is amazing! So healthy and still taste really good!
I've heard about the amazing benefits of goji berries but never thought of making a smoothie out of them- what a great idea!
Thick and creamy. Made with all the healthy options. Looks good and perfect for a healthy breakfast.
We're smoothie obsessed in our house, it's such a great way to get nutrition into my toddler, and this was great! Tons of vitamins and it tasted great too, thanks for the powerhouse recipe!
I bet this is a perfectly sweet-tart smoothie, which makes me excited to try it.
THis is an excellent recipe to enjoy! I haven't had a Goji Berry Smothie before, but I'm sure it will be delicious. Thanks for providing me with another smoothie option to achieve my eat and drink healthier goals.
I love making smoothies. I need to start making them more often. This one looks amazing too. I haven't had one like this yet.
I have been familiar with goji berries for some time but never tried them. This shake looks really good. And I have most of the ingredients.
That is a beautiful smoothie! I haven't tried a smoothie with goji berries but I want too!
This recipe is a keeper! Im new to Goji berries, but this is an easy recipe to follow.
This goji berry smoothie looks delicious! I'm always on the lookout for new options to eat healthier and sneak in nutrients. I'll have to give this smoothie recipe a try.
Oh this sounds absolutely delish! I love trying different things in my smoothies!
I've actually have never tried goji berry so I'm curious to see if I'd like it
I love snacking on goji berries, I can feel the health benefits! This is another way to get healthy by putting them in a shake, I am so ready to try this!
I'm going to give this a try! I know goji berries have such amazing nutrients in them!!!
This looks and sounds amazing! I will have to give this a try. I don't think I've ever had a goji berry before.
An immune boosting smoothie is what my kids need. I want them to stay healthy this winter
This looks absolutely delicious and I love how healthy it is! I definitely need to add this to my daily routine of meals and snacks!
Kileen
cute & little
I'm definitely bookmarking this recipe! I'm always looking for ways to eat more goji berries that aren't in supplements or gummy vitamins!
Nutritious food and drinks like these are good these season, we need to stay healthy with foods loaded with vitamins.
In addition to doing well, I wonder how it is and I'm very curious about the idea of being able to try it!
I love goji berries. They're so delicious and so good for you. I'd love to start the day with a smoothie like this.
I love smoothies and I haven't heard of goji berries. I must try this for sure. I slice up my bananas and put in the freezer and you are right, they do make a better smoothie.
I can't wait to try this. I recently discovered goji berries, and I think they're awesome. I think they'll be great in a smoothie.
There is nothing quite like a soothie as a pick me up sometimes and this one sounds wonderful, I like how you have included goji berry in it.