Smooth pineapple, coconut milk, with creamy vanilla protein powder and spinach for a pop of green. This delicious Green Pina Colada Smoothie will be your new go-to breakfast. Make it in seconds in your blender for a quick breakfast on the go.
What Is A Green Pina Colada Smoothie?
The name piña colada literally means "strained pineapple", referencing freshly pressed and strained pineapple juice used in the drink's preparation. It is usually prepared as is a sweet cocktail made with rum, cream of coconut or coconut milk, and pineapple juice, usually served either blended or shaken with ice. Here we are taking our own twist on the classic and making it into a protein-style smoothie. We've combined coconut milk, fresh pineapple, vanilla protein powder, and spinach for a green, coconut, pineapple, smoothie.
Tell Me What To Put On My Grocery List For This Green Pina Colada Smoothie
For this recipe you'll need:
- ice
- coconut milk
- fresh pineapple
- vanilla protein powder
- spinach
- banana
- coconut extract
How To Make It!
- Making this green Pina colada smoothie is easy! Place all ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
Pro Tip: I love using my Blendtec blender - it blends even the spinach to a smooth consistency.
Are Green Pina Colada Smoothies Healthy?
Yes! Coconut milk can be high in fat, but it is made up of healthy fatty acids that your body needs. The pineapple is known for itsits high levels of vitamin C and Manganese. Pineapples are low in cholesterol, sodium and saturated fat. The fruit also contains dietary fiber, thiamin and vitamin B6.
What Blender Do You Recommend?
I recommend a high powered blender. We have tried them all! Blendtec is by far my favorite that I have tried. It is simple to use, lasts forever, and blends like a dream. I use it daily.
I Love Smoothies! Do You Have More Recipes?
We sure do! Check out:
- Tropical Green Smoothie
- Coconut Strawberry Smoothie
- Peach Cobbler Smoothie
- Almond Joy Smoothie
- Snickerdoodle Smoothie
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Coconut Tea Green Smoothie with Takeya
Ingredients
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 cup fresh pineapple
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 banana
- 1 handful fo spinach
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender, and blend until smooth.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Cindy Harding says
Healthy!!
Emily Kemp says
I love the sound of this, so fresh and delicious!