Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
- 1 ripe banana, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based alternative
- 1 cup coconut water or almond milk
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and chop the ripe banana and fresh pineapple into smaller pieces to ensure smooth blending and consistent texture.
- Add Liquid Base: Pour coconut water or almond milk into your blender first to help the blades move smoothly when blending.
- Blend the Ingredients: Add chopped pineapple, banana, Greek yogurt, and optional sweetener to the blender and pulse on high until creamy and smooth.
- Adjust Consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid and blend again; if too thin, add ice or frozen fruit to thicken.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy fresh for maximum flavor and nutrient retention.
Notes
- Use fully ripe bananas and sweet pineapples for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Freeze banana slices and pineapple chunks ahead of time for a naturally chilled smoothie without diluting the flavor.
- Adjust sweetness gradually by starting with less honey or maple syrup and adding more if needed.
- Add liquid first, then fruits, followed by yogurt to ensure smooth blending without chunks.
- Consume immediately for the best texture and nutritional benefits.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (approx. 12 oz)
- Calories: 200-250
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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