Description
This tropical smoothie blends fresh pineapple and banana with creamy coconut milk and Greek yogurt for a refreshing, nutritious drink. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, it’s customizable and can be enjoyed immediately or stored for later.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned pineapple in juice)
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup coconut milk (or almond milk for a lighter option)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (for creaminess and protein)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Start by collecting all the ingredients listed above.
- Prepare the Pineapple: If using fresh pineapple, cut it into chunks, removing the core and skin. If using canned, drain the juice and measure out the chunks.
- Peel the Banana: Peel a ripe banana; the riper it is, the sweeter your smoothie will be.
- Measure the Coconut Milk: Pour 1 cup of coconut milk into a measuring cup. Substitute with almond milk if desired.
- Scoop the Greek Yogurt: Measure out 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt for creaminess and protein.
- Prepare Optional Ingredients: Measure out 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter smoothie, and get your vanilla extract ready.
- Add Ingredients to Blender: In a blender, add the pineapple chunks, banana, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract.
- Add Ice (Optional): For a chilled smoothie, add 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
- Blend Until Smooth: Secure the lid and blend on high speed for about 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy. Add more coconut milk if too thick.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and add more honey or maple syrup if desired, blending again briefly.
- Prepare Your Glasses: Grab your favorite smoothie glasses or cups.
- Pour the Smoothie: Pour the smoothie into the prepared glasses, using a spatula to scrape out any remaining smoothie from the blender.
- Garnish (Optional): Add a sprig of fresh mint on top for garnish.
- Enjoy Immediately: Smoothies are best enjoyed fresh, so grab a straw or spoon and dig in!
Notes
- Customization: Feel free to add other fruits like berries or mango, or boost nutrition with chia seeds or flaxseeds.
- Vegan Option: Use plant-based yogurt and ensure your sweetener is vegan-friendly.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours; shake or stir before drinking.
- Meal Prep: Portion out ingredients in advance for quick blending in the morning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes