Description
Creamy Strawberry Pina Colada Smoothie blends tropical paradise with refreshing flavors. Sweet strawberries and coconut create a luscious escape for summer sippers craving an instant vacation in a glass.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits:
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 banana, sliced
Liquid Base:
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Sweetener:
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Garnish:
- Fresh pineapple wedges
- Strawberry slices
Instructions
- Gather all fresh ingredients: frozen strawberries, coconut milk, pineapple chunks, ripe banana, and optional honey for enhanced sweetness.
- Load the blender with frozen strawberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed across the base for optimal blending.
- Pour coconut milk over the strawberries, creating a creamy liquid foundation for the smoothie.
- Add chopped pineapple chunks and sliced banana to introduce tropical flavor complexity and natural sweetness.
- If desired, drizzle honey to amplify the overall taste profile and provide additional natural energy.
- Drop ice cubes into the blender to create a chilled, refreshing texture and help achieve a smooth consistency.
- Secure the blender lid and pulse on high speed for 45-60 seconds, stopping occasionally to scrape down sides and ensure complete integration of ingredients.
- Continue blending until the mixture reaches a velvety, uniform texture with no visible fruit chunks.
- Select serving glasses and carefully pour the vibrant smoothie, leaving a small space at the top for garnishing.
- Decorate each glass with fresh pineapple wedges and delicate strawberry slices to enhance visual appeal and provide a hint of additional fruity flavor.
- Serve immediately for maximum nutritional benefits and optimal taste experience.
Notes
- Swap frozen berries with fresh ones for a lighter texture, adjusting ice quantity to maintain thickness.
- Add protein powder or Greek yogurt to boost nutritional value and create a more filling smoothie.
- Use agave or maple syrup instead of honey for vegan-friendly sweetness, keeping the same smooth consistency.
- Try coconut water in place of coconut milk for a lower-calorie, more hydrating tropical drink variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg