Currant Smoothie

Red Currant Smoothie with Kefir & Almond Butter

Currant Smoothie

Red currants – also known as Ribisel in Austria – typically ripen around mid-June and are a true seasonal highlight.

These tangy little berries aren’t just a seasonal treat – they’re tiny nutrient powerhouses, especially rich in vitamin C. In fact, red currants contain more vitamin C than oranges.

But every year, the same question comes up: What do I do with all these currants?

I’ll admit it – I used to bake them into crumbles, cakes, or simmer them into compote. But this year, I wanted to do things differently.

Why? Because heat destroys part of that precious vitamin C – and red currants are just too good to waste.

So I turned to something simple, fresh, and spontaneous: a bit of leftover kefir, a ripe banana, a spoonful of almond butter – and suddenly I had my new favorite summer smoothie.

What’s your favorite red currant recipe?

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Ingredients:

• 130 g fresh red currants

• 150 ml plain kefir (unsweetened)

• 1 ripe banana

• 1 tbsp almond butter

• Optional: 2–3 dates for extra sweetness

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• Servings: 2 glasses

• Effort: Low Blend until creamy.

• Nutritional Value: Strong This smoothie is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants from the fruit – and thanks to the kefir, it’s also a probiotic treat for your gut.

• Michaela's Opinion: This kefir & currant smoothie is proof that healthy eating can taste absolutely amazing.

Instructions:

1) Rinse the currants and remove stems if needed.

2) Peel the banana and place all ingredients into a blender.

3) Blend until creamy.

4) Prefer it a little thinner? Add more kefir to taste – I personally love it thick and spoonable!

5) Serve with fresh mint, a few whole currants, or even some edible wild herbs.

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• Michaelas Tip: No currants on hand? No problem. This recipe works beautifully with other summer fruits too – like ripe cherries or strawberries. Just keep the fruit’s acidity in mind:

  • The more sour the fruit (like currants or raspberries), the more natural sweetness (banana or dates) you might want.

  • With sweeter fruits like cherries or strawberries, you’ll often need no extra sweetener at all.