In just 5 minutes, you can whip up the creamiest Pineapple Coconut Smoothie that tastes just like a piña colada! Made with frozen pineapple, coconut milk, yogurt, and banana, this healthy smoothie is perfect for a quick breakfast on-the-go or a refreshing treat by the pool on a warm summer day.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 cups frozen pineapple (thawed for 5 minutes)
- 1 medium banana (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- ½ cup full-fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
- 1 Tbsp sweetener (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add all ingredients to a blender (such as a Vitamix or Nutribullet). Place the softer ingredients closer to the blade and the frozen ingredients farther from it.
- Blend for 1-2 minutes or until smooth and creamy.
- Serve with diced pineapple, shredded coconut, and a straw.
Yield: This recipe makes two 8-ounce smoothies or one large 16-ounce smoothie.
NOTES
- Milk: You can substitute regular milk, oat milk, cashew milk, almond milk, or soy milk if you prefer not to use coconut milk.
- Yogurt: Feel free to use Greek yogurt, goat yogurt, or any plant-based or nut-based yogurt as a substitute.
- Prep-Ahead: To prepare in advance, measure out ingredients and store them in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container. They can be kept for up to 3-4 months in the freezer. Let them thaw for 20-30 minutes before blending.
NUTRITION (PER SERVING)
- Calories: 287 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 4mg
- Sodium: 24mg
- Potassium: 567mg
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 31g
- Vitamin A: 164 IU
- Vitamin C: 85mg
- Calcium: 72mg
- Iron: 3mg
Let us know how it turns out if you give it a try!
