Description
A creamy tropical smoothie combining the sweetness of pineapple with blended coconut milk, chia seeds, and a touch of natural sweetness. Perfect as a refreshing, nutrient-rich breakfast or snack, this easy-to-make drink can be customized with optional plant-based yogurt for added protein.
Ingredients
2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
1 cup coconut milk
½ cup plant-based Greek yogurt (optional)
1 tbsp honey or agave nectar
1 tsp chia seeds
1 cup ice cubes (optional if using frozen pineapple)
Instructions
Rinse pineapple chunks if fresh—remove core if necessary
Measure all liquids (coconut milk, honey/agave nectar)
Cube ice and set aside if needed
Add pineapple to a high-speed blender
Pour in coconut milk and swirl to coat pineapple
Blend for 30 seconds on low speed
Add plant-based yogurt if using (skip if vegan)
Drizzle in sweetener, then add ice cubes
Blend 1 minute at high speed
Scatter chia seeds and mint into the blender
Pulse for 20 seconds to emulsify
Pour immediately into serving glasses and enjoy
Notes
Freeze ripe pineapple first without prior thawing for optimal coldness
Use BPA-free coconut milk to avoid metallic aftertaste
Pulse briefly after adding chia seeds to break up clumps
Adjust sweetener quantity if using canned pineapple (syrup is optional)
Strain through cheesecloth for a smoother consistency (if desired)
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 3
- Category: Protein Shake Recipes
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg