Easy Pineapple Banana Smoothie Recipe
Yields: 2 servings
Prep time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cup milk of choice (unsweetened vanilla almond milk recommended)
1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
1 frozen banana, sliced
¼ cup yogurt of choice (non-dairy vanilla yogurt recommended)
Instructions:
Combine Ingredients: Add all ingredients – milk, frozen pineapple, frozen banana, and yogurt – to a high-powered blender.
Blend: Blend until completely smooth, ensuring no chunks of fruit remain. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender jar as needed to ensure everything is incorporated.
Serve: Pour the smoothie into two glasses and enjoy immediately.
Notes:
Blender Recommendation: A high-powered blender is recommended for best results. A good blender will make the smoothie-making process much easier and ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
Milk Choice: You can use any type of milk you prefer, such as dairy milk, almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, or coconut milk. Unsweetened milk will allow the natural sweetness of the fruit to shine through.
Yogurt: Yogurt adds creaminess and a boost of protein to the smoothie. You can use any flavor or type of yogurt you like, including dairy or non-dairy options. Greek yogurt will make the smoothie thicker.
Frozen Fruit: Using frozen fruit is key to achieving a thick, cold smoothie without needing to add ice.
Sweetness: The sweetness of the pineapple and banana is usually sufficient, but you can add a touch of honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar if you prefer a sweeter smoothie.
Add-ins: Customize your smoothie with other ingredients! Consider adding spinach, kale, chia seeds, flax seeds, protein powder, or other fruits and vegetables for added nutrition.
Storage: Smoothies are best consumed fresh. If you must store it, keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The smoothie may separate slightly, so you might need to stir it before drinking.
Nutrition (Approximate, per serving - this will vary depending on the specific ingredients and portion sizes used):
(Note: Nutritional information is an estimate and can vary based on the specific ingredients and measurements you use. It's best to use a nutritional calculator with the exact products you used for the most accurate information.) Also, the size of your "cup" and "tablespoon" measurements can affect the totals. Using measuring cups ensures accuracy.