Description
A refreshing and creamy Pineapple and Banana Smoothie that combines tropical flavors with the goodness of Greek yogurt. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack, this smoothie is easy to make, naturally sweet, and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
Dairy
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
Liquids
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice or coconut water
Optional
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather 1 ripe banana, 1 cup of fresh or frozen pineapple chunks, 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt, and 1/2 cup of pineapple juice or coconut water.
- Add to Blender: Place the banana, pineapple chunks, Greek yogurt, and pineapple juice (or coconut water) into the blender. Add ice cubes for a thicker and colder smoothie if desired.
- Sweeten: Add 1 tablespoon of honey if you prefer extra sweetness, or adjust to taste after blending.
- Blend: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and add more honey or pineapple juice if needed. Blend again briefly if additions are made.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately for the best freshness and flavor.
Notes
- For a tropical twist, substitute coconut milk for Greek yogurt to make the smoothie dairy-free.
- You can add a handful of fresh spinach to increase nutrient content without altering the flavor significantly.
- Use frozen pineapple chunks to create a thicker and colder smoothie without adding ice.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey or using a natural sweetener of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
