Pineapple & Orange Smoothie
Easy Pineapple & Orange Smoothie Recipe: A Refreshing Sweet and Tangy Summer Drink!
An energizing drink packed with flavors and health benefits!
During hot summer days, I prefer to make a nice refreshing and healthy smoothie. It’s my favorite way to start up the day with a good boost of energy. This cold tropical smoothie contains real orange juice and pineapple chunks blended with vanilla Greek yogurt and a dash of vanilla extract; sweet, tangy, and fruity flavors in one refreshing drink!
This is the perfect breakfast for people who don’t fancy eating in the morning.
Why you’ll love this smoothie?
It’s easy to make: It only requires 4 ingredients and 3 simple steps: measure, blend, and serve!
It’s nutritious: This energizing summery drink contains pineapple and oranges. They’re both packed with fiber, vitamin C and water (which makes them great for summer). Drinking a pineapple orange juice will not only keep you hydrated, but it will strengthen your immune system as well.
It’s a flavorful treat/snack: The fruity tropical flavors in this refreshing drink are loved by kids and adults. it’s also light, healthy and filling, which makes it the perfect go-to treat at any time of the day.
Ingredients Needed:
1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
1 cup orange juice
½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mandarin segment or orange slice (optional garnish)
Fresh mint (optional garnish)
Instructions:
Add the frozen pineapple chunks, orange juice, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract to a blender.
Blend until nice and smooth.
Pour into your favorite smoothie glasses (2 glasses). Garnish with some fresh mint leaves and orange slices (completely optional). Enjoy!
Easy Pineapple & Orange Smoothie Recipe – A light, Creamy, and Flavorful Drink!
I f you don’t have a big appetite in the morning, but still want to have a light breakfast packed with nutrients and minerals. This pineapple orange smoothie is the way to go; it’s light, nutritious, and incredibly delicious. Even your kids will love having it either for breakfast, or as an after school treat. If your mornings are always hectic, you can freeze up the ingredients (except the OJ) until needed, then quickly throw in a blender, pour the orange juice and mix.
Helpful Tips and Variations:
Is it necessary to use frozen pineapple? Not really, you can use fresh pineapple chunks, but you’ll need to add some ice to make it cold, a cool smoothie wouldn’t be as great. (To get the best flavors, I don’t recommend using canned pineapple)
Which orange juice should I use? If you have some extra time, you can squeeze your own orange juice. If not, make sure to get some good quality real orange juice.
How can I substitute the orange juice? Instead of orange juice, you can use a different type of juice; or replace it with coconut water.
Is it necessary to use Vanilla extract? Not really, the vanilla extract adds a tasty note to your drink, but it’s not necessary.
How can I control the smoothie’s texture? If you prefer your smoothie to be thinner, make sure to pour more orange juice; if you want it to be thicker, add more pineapple chunks.
Can I add any healthy greens to this smoothie? Sure! For extra nutritional values, you can add some spinach or kale.
Is it possible to add protein powder? Absolutely! You can add a scoop of your favorite protein powder; it could be vanilla protein powder, or even an unflavored one. It’ll make a great, healthy, and filling breakfast.
How can I store any leftovers? Store any leftovers in a mason jar or a well-sealed glass bottle in the fridge for up to 3 days, or put in the freezer for up to 3 months. If you think it’s too thin, put it back in the blender, add some pieces of frozen fruit and mix.
How can I serve this Pineapple & Orange Smoothie?
You can have this tasty pineapple orange smoothie for breakfast. Simply pour in a mason jar, or your favorite smoothie glass and enjoy this delightful drink. If you’re in a hurry, you can fill up an on the go smoothie cup or bottle to sip on while driving or at work.
To serve this refreshing treat for friends or family, make sure to garnish your glasses with fresh mint leaves, orange or pineapple slices.
Pineapple & Orange Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup orange juice
- ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Mandarin segment or orange slice optional garnish
- Fresh mint optional garnish
Instructions
- Add the frozen pineapple chunks, orange juice, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract to a blender.
- Blend until nice and smooth.
- Pour into your favorite smoothie glasses (2 glasses). Garnish with some fresh mint leaves and orange slices (completely optional). Enjoy!
