This pineapple passion fruit smoothie is made for warm mornings, pool-day snacks, and anytime you want a bright tropical sip without fuss. Pineapple brings juicy sweetness, passion fruit adds tangy sparkle, banana makes it creamy, and coconut milk gives the whole blend a soft island-style finish. A squeeze of lime keeps it fresh, while a small handful of spinach blends right in for a pretty green boost without taking over the flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/2 ripe banana
- 1/3 cup passion fruit pulp, seeds included or strained
- 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk beverage
- 1 cup baby spinach, loosely packed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup ice
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
How To Make It
Add the coconut milk to the blender first. This helps the blades move smoothly and makes the smoothie easier to blend.
Add the frozen pineapple, banana, passion fruit pulp, spinach, lime juice, and ice. Blend on high until the mixture is creamy and fully combined, about 30 to 60 seconds depending on your blender.
Stop and check the texture. If the smoothie is too thick, add another splash of coconut milk and blend again. If you want it frostier, add a few extra ice cubes or a little more frozen pineapple.
Taste before pouring. Passion fruit can be pleasantly tart, so add honey or maple syrup only if you want a sweeter smoothie. Pour into a chilled glass and serve right away for the brightest flavor and best texture.
Tips
Use frozen pineapple for a colder, thicker smoothie. Fresh pineapple works too, but you may want to increase the ice slightly.
For a smoother drink, strain the passion fruit pulp before blending. If you like a little crunch and true tropical texture, leave the seeds in.
Choose coconut milk beverage from a carton for a lighter smoothie. Canned light coconut milk also works and gives a richer, creamier finish.
If your banana is very ripe, you may not need any added sweetener. If it is less ripe, a small drizzle of honey or maple syrup balances the tart passion fruit nicely.
To make it more filling, blend in 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder. Add a little extra coconut milk as needed to keep it sippable.
This sunny smoothie is ready to brighten your day in minutes!