Description
A refreshing and vibrant Pineapple Mint Smoothie, perfect for a quick breakfast, healthy snack, or post-workout treat. Packed with tropical flavors and nutrients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup packed fresh pineapple mint leaves (spearmint or regular mint can be substituted)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
- Pineapple wedge and mint sprig, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a high-powered blender, combine the frozen pineapple chunks, fresh diced pineapple, pineapple mint leaves, Greek yogurt, almond milk, honey (or maple syrup), lime juice, and grated ginger (if using).
- Blend Until Smooth: Secure the lid on your blender and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
- Check Consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk (1 tablespoon at a time). If it’s too thin, add ice cubes and blend again.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste and add more honey/maple syrup for a sweeter smoothie, or more lime juice for a tangier smoothie.
- Final Blend: Give the smoothie one final blend to ensure all ingredients are perfectly combined.
- Pour and Garnish: Pour into a tall glass. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and mint sprig, if desired.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy fresh!
Notes
- Using frozen pineapple is key for a thick smoothie.
- Adjust the amount of mint to your preference. Use less spearmint/regular mint as they are more potent.
- Add protein powder, chia seeds, or flax seeds for a more filling smoothie.
- Add a handful of spinach or kale for an extra boost of nutrients.
- For a tropical twist, add shredded coconut or coconut milk.
- For a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a small piece of jalapeño.
- Use dairy-free yogurt and milk alternatives for a dairy-free version.
- Prepare ingredients in advance by combining frozen pineapple, fresh pineapple, mint leaves, and ginger in a freezer-safe bag.
- Pour any leftover smoothie into popsicle molds and freeze for a refreshing and healthy treat.
- If you don’t want to use honey or maple syrup, you can use other natural sweeteners such as agave nectar, stevia, or dates.
- If you don’t have fresh ginger, you can use a pinch of ground ginger.
- While lime is preferred for this recipe, you can substitute lemon juice if that’s what you have on hand.
- If your blender is struggling to blend the frozen ingredients, try adding a little more liquid.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. However, the smoothie may separate slightly, so you’ll need to stir it before drinking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes