Here’s the recipe for a refreshing, creamy, fruit-laden Pineapple Paradise Smoothie for a healthy breakfast treat. The featured ingredients are pineapple, mango and frozen banana … and this is easy to make: just collect the ingredients together, dump into a blender and blend. Enjoyable year-round!
Here is some useful information about 2 of the key ingredients:
First: coconut milk. I use a full-fat coconut milk for this smoothie, which makes it super thick and decadent. I realize many people rely on smoothies for low-calorie or low-fat meal options, and while I think this recipe is incredibly healthy (and delicious), it’s not low-calorie or low-fat. If you’re looking for a lighter option, use light coconut milk or even coconut water instead. Both will work beautifully — they just won’t result in as creamy and decadent of a smoothie.
The second ingredient that’s worth taking a moment to discuss is the chia seed. … In short, chia seeds are little nutrition powerhouses, super rich in fiber and protein, and while that’s all fine and good, I love how they thicken the smoothie and help me to stay full longer.
Continue on to the next page for the recipe …
Yummy.