When you’re craving a taste of the tropics in the cold winter months or on a warm summer day, a pineapple smoothie – made with fresh, juicy pineapples and other tasty summer fruits – is the perfect refreshing treat.
Pineapples make an amazing addition to a variety of smoothies, from tasty paleo smoothies with spinach and avocado to kale smoothies blended with lime, honeydew, coconut oil, and more. Thanks to their natural sweetness, pineapple smoothies are often an excellent smoothie choice for kids, too. Choose a smoothie recipe with Greek yogurt or add a scoop of protein powder to your favorite pineapple smoothie recipe for a boost of extra protein.
Pineapple smoothies make a refreshing anytime treat, but you don’t always have the ingredients on hand or the time to chop and blend a smoothie at home. Stop by your local Edible Arrangements® store for a delicious, done-for-you pineapple smoothie anytime – whether you’re short on time on the morning commute or craving a delicious, easy-to-enjoy treat on your lunch break or a lazy Saturday afternoon. Our Edible® Treats menu includes oh-so-delicious smoothies like refreshing Pineapple & Orange, Strawberry, Pineapple & Banana, and so much more.
For more delicious pineapple smoothie recipes you should try, we put out a call for ideas and curated responses below. (Note: Edible Arrangements® is not endorsing any of the companies or ideas discussed below, but we asked for suggestions to get some different perspectives.) Keep reading to find out what the contributors who responded to our query had to say.
Meredith Atwood
Meredith Atwood is an author, former attorney, founder of Swim Bike Mom, 4x IRONMAN triathlete. She is the host of The Same 24 Hours podcast and author of Triathlon for the Every Woman, and upcoming, The Year of No Nonsense (Hachette Books, December 2019).
“My favorite pineapple smoothie recipe is called Spinach Pineapple Blast:
- 2 pineapple rings or ½ cup fresh pineapple
- 1 banana, medium
- 2 c of fresh spinach
- ½ c strawberries
- ½ c of ice
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 scoop favorite protein powder
- Stevia to taste
“Blend until delicious and ready! Makes 2!”
Jamie Bacharach
Jamie Bacharach is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Health Coach, as well as the Head of Practice at Acupuncture Jerusalem. Jamie’s travels have taken her across the world as she has learned to synthesize the best of Western and Eastern medicine to the benefit of her patients.
“My favorite pineapple smoothie recipe is the Tropical Pineapple Smoothie:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup frozen or fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 banana
- 1/2 cup strawberries
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
“This smoothie incorporates a few kinds of fruit but the tropical star is pineapple. Pineapple juice and chunks combine to offer a satisfying tropical taste along with a perfect consistency. Best served cold – blend in some ice cubes if none of your fruit is frozen!”
Arthur Ruth
Arthur Ruth is the Vice President of Operations of Memphis Maids, a house cleaning service in Memphis, Tennessee. Our goal is to make everyone happier by creating a healthy and spotless home environment.
“This is my favorite pineapple smoothie recipe. It makes 2 servings:
- 1 cup of pineapple in cubes, frozen
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup of pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp of sugar (optional)
- A touch of nutmeg
- 8 ice cubes
“Put it in a blender and mix it at high speed for a short period.”
Beverly Friedmann
Beverly works as a Content Manager for the consumer website MyFoodSubscriptions, with a background in Marketing & Sales Management- and hold an undergraduate degree in psychology and nutrition science.
“Here’s my favorite Pineapple Smoothie With Fresh Yogurt. This delicious pineapple based smoothie blends fresh greek yogurt with pineapple-orange juice concentrate for a fruity flavor that’s easy to prepare and will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. It’s incredibly easy to whip up and low in calories (and gluten-free)!
“Ingredients:
- 1 cup cubed fresh or drained canned pineapple
- ¼ cup frozen pineapple-orange-juice concentrate
- ¼ cup water
- 2 ice cubes, crushed
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
“Directions:
“Combine all ingredients in a blender and pulse until smooth. Serve
immediately or store in fridge.”
Kalev Rudolph
Kalev Rudolph is a travel blogger, foodie, and writer for EffortlessInsurance.com. When not exploring abroad, he can be found enjoying the outdoors or cooking new meals.
“Pineapple provides tang, sweetness, and a bright flavor that combines perfectly with almost any fruit. That being said, some recipes truly let this fruit shine.
“For an easy, refreshing and timeless smoothie try this:
- 20 frozen or fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- 8 ounces frozen fresh chopped pineapple
- 3/4 – 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
“This tropical combination will take you straight to a white sand beach with the sun shining and blue waves crashing in front of you, whether you’re in your office, at home or having breakfast in your car on the go.
“The coconut milk adds an almost savory creaminess that keeps this smoothie from heading into sweetness overload. If you go with fresh strawberries and want a thicker consistency, throw some ice in there to taste.
“What’s more, as no dairy is necessary, this is a lactose-intolerant friendly smoothie. Perfect for mornings or a light snack. The added coconut oil makes the texture luscious and offers many health benefits.
“For a Saturday night twist, pour a couple of shots of rum into the blender, kick off your shoes, and enjoy.”
Bree Sheree
Bree Sheree is a plant-based recipe developer for her blog, Bree’s Vegan Life. She focuses on creating and sharing healthy, whole-foods recipes that don’t compromise on taste. Bree is passionate about helping others live a healthier, more compassionate lifestyle.
“Here is my favorite pineapple smoothie recipe:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberry
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp chia seeds
Tracy Anderson
Tracy Anderson is an editor and blogger for Top Reveal, a site dedicated to helping consumers make smart decisions. She loves testing recipes and gadgets and finding ways to improve our quality of life.
“Pulpy Pineapple Smoothie is my favorite drink to kick start my day. The pineapple is a natural weight-loss food and contains very low calories. It’s the best food to begin your day.
“This recipe is a good source of vitamin C and can help you to improve mental health and reduces inflammation.
“Ingredients you need:
- 1 cup chopped pineapple
- ½ cup frozen pineapple
- 1 banana
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- Fresh mint leaves for garnishing
“The process you need to follow:
- Place banana and chopped pineapple in the blender and blend it.
- Add Greek yogurt and frozen banana.
- Blend it until it becomes smooth.
- Take out in a couple of glasses.
- Garnish it with fresh mint leaves.
“The pulpy pineapple recipe is ready to serve.
“Nut-Pineapple Smoothie:
“The nut-pineapple smoothie is an interesting and low-calorie smoothie that you should try. The cashew nuts and grapes are the secret ingredients of this recipe. The Pineapple is full of fiber and vitamin C while cashews are low-fat content nuts.
“Ingredients you need:
- 1 cup grapes
- 1 cup pineapple
- ½ cup frozen pineapple
- 1 cup cashews
“The process you need to follow:
- Place cashews and pineapple in a blender and blend it.
- Add grapes and frozen pineapple.
- Blend it until it becomes smooth.
- Nut-Pineapple Smoothie is ready to serve.”
Renata Trebing
Renata is a healthy foodie who shares her healthy and delicious recipes on her blog, NourishwithRenata.com. She believes that tasty food should always be good for you, and tests all her recipes on her husband and three kiddos.
“My favorite is my Pineapple Kale Smoothie! This smoothie not only tastes like a tropical vacation, it is also packed with protein, healthy fats, greens and superfoods, to nourish your body. For 4 servings, you can make this smoothie using:
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chopped
- 2 loosely packed cups fresh or frozen kale
- 1 ripe banana halved
- ⅓ cup vegan vanilla protein powder such as Vega Protein and Greens
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 2 Tbsp hemp hearts
- 2 cups water or milk e.g., almond milk coconut milk, etc.
- 2 cups ice
“Blend all the ingredients in a high speed food processor till super smooth and creamy. Enjoy straight away!”
Shannon Mullen
Shannon is a Fitness Instructor at GoodLife Fitness Clubs, a High School Physical and Health Education Teacher in Toronto, Canada, as well as a contributor to FitRated.com. She is a certified Can Fit Pro FIS (Fitness Instructor Specialist) and Can Fit Pro Personal Trainer Specialist (PTS).
“As a high school Physical and Health Education teacher and fitness instructor, I’m always on the go. Smoothies are a great way to help me get enough protein and nutrients when I don’t have time to sit down and eat a proper meal. This Tropical Pineapple Protein Smoothie reminds me of being at the beach in Ecuador this past summer.
- ½ cup frozen pineapple
- ½ cup frozen mango
- ½ banana
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- ½ cup frozen spinach
- OPTIONAL: 1-2 tbsp fresh cilantro”
Lorna Kring
Recently retired as a costume specialist in the TV and film industry, Lorna Kring now enjoys blogging on contemporary lifestyle themes. A bit daft about the garden, she’s particularly obsessed with organic tomatoes and herbs, and delights in breaking bread with family and friends.
“Our favorite pineapple smoothie recipe is without a doubt this one, for a delicious Pineapple Coconut Smoothie. It’s easy to prepare with frozen fruit, citrus juice, and dried spices from your spice rack. Plus, it’s dairy free, and packed with vitamin C and antioxidants!
“Dairy-Free Pineapple Coconut Smoothie
“Recipe by Lorna Kring
“Serves: 2
“Ingredients:
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 orange
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1 generous pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
“Instructions:
“In this order, add the coconut milk, lemon and orange juice, honey, spices, and frozen pineapple to a high-speed blender, with the frozen ingredient being added last, furthest from the blade. Blend until smooth, and serve immediately.”
Bracha Goetz
Bracha Goetz is a Harvard-educated author of 38 books to help children’s souls shine: and the candid memoir for adults about overcoming food addictions joyfully: Searching for God in the Garbage.
“Here’s my favorite Pineapple Smoothie Recipe:
“Blend for 20 seconds:
- Several chunky pieces of fresh bright yellow pineapple
- Two peeled ripe (soft) bananas, cut into several pieces
- Around 20 almonds
- One cup of water
“Then add to the blended smoothie any of these you would like:
- Around 30 sunflower seeds
- A tablespoon of ground flax seeds
- A sprinkle of cinnamon
- A sprinkle of Himalayan salt or sea salt
- A half cup or a cup of old-fashioned oats, depending on how thick you like your smoothies
“This smoothie keeps you full, energized, and happy all morning long.”
Jillian Wade
Jillian is the creator behind the successful food blog, Food Folks and Fun. There you’ll find restaurant-quality recipes for the home cook.
“My favorite pineapple smoothie recipe is my Simple Pineapple Smoothie:
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 large banana cut into chunks
“Place all of the ingredients into a high-powered blender, and place the lit on tightly. Blend on HIGH speed until smooth and no large chunks of frozen pineapple remain, about 1 minute. Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve!”
Jovana Subic
Jovana has been into smoothies and juices for 10 years. She likes plant-based adventures and, as a Head of Running Content at RunRepeat, enjoys the freedom to work remotely, eat when she wants and enjoy the outdoors.
“I’ve been making smoothies for more than 10 years now. Of course, first I got a low-budget blender, but later realized I wanted something more powerful, and now I enjoy a professional blender and all the smoothie goodness it’s able to blend! From fruit and veggies to seeds and nuts. I’ve even worked on developing my own recipes for protein bars and crackers that accompany smoothies well, so they create a complete and highly nutritive meal together.
“Here’s my favorite pineapple-based smoothie recipe:
- 1 pineapple
- 1 banana
- Handful of raspberries
- Handful of blueberries
- Water (1/2 up to 1 cup)
“Peel the pineapple and banana, slice them in cubes and put in the blender.
Add raspberries and blueberries. Berries can be frozen or fresh and based on them you might want to add water. Blend on the highest speed so a banana can give the smoothie foamy texture and raspberries are perfectly blended. If kept in a fridge, make sure you put it in an air-tight container.”
Beth Vazquez
Beth Vazquez is the founder of Recess & Results.
“This recipe is great for all ages and helps make sure your family eats veggies too! Fruits and vegetables are important in reducing the risk of chronic disease, yet 90% of Americans don’t eat the recommended servings (Center for Disease Control). Drink up rest assured you are providing balanced health to your family!
- 1/2 cup organic yogurt (vanilla)
- Handful pineapple (fresh or frozen)
- 1 med frozen banana
- 1/4 cup frozen spinach
- Coconut water (start with 1/3 cup and add to reach desired thickness)
“Add to blender, mix well and enjoy!”
William Chin
William Chin is a web consultant for Pickfu.com.
“I am an avid smoothie lover and have tried hundreds of different recipes before. Smoothies are one of my favorite types of food due to their nutritional value, taste and ease of creation. One of the BEST pineapple flavored smoothies I have ever tried is ‘Babe Ruth Strawberry Pineapple Banana Smoothie’, from modernhoney.com. There are a number of other yummy smoothies on their website however, this one smoothie is hands down delicious.
“Here is the recipe:
“Babe Ruth Strawberry Pineapple Banana Smoothie:
- 1 cup Strawberries
- 1/2 cup Pineapple
- 1 Banana
- 2 cups Orange Juice
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
- 1 cup Spinach optional
- 1 Tablespoon Chia or Flaxseeds optional
- Ice
“Now, I actually hold back on the orange juice and (down to 1 cup) and increase the spinach (plus .5 cups) and the Greek yogurt (plus .5 cups) because it increases the consistency of the smoothie and gives it a smoother feel on the pallet. It also replaces some of the sweetness with a more grounded earthy flavor. These types of recipes are great for kids in the morning and I’ve found myself replacing coffee with this smoothie because of the amount of energy it packs.”
Nathaniel Lee
Nathaniel Lee is a food expert and editor of BeginnerFood.com, a food blog that shows you don’t have to be a gourmet chef to cook a great meal. He focuses on teaching the fundamentals of cooking to create simple and easy recipes that anyone can make.
“My favorite recipe is a Pineapple Green Smoothie. It combines the healthiness of spinach with the tropical flavors of pineapples and oranges. The result is a clean, refreshing drink that can work well as an afternoon snack, or even a meal replacement (especially if you add protein powder into it).
“To make it, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup pineapple
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 banana
- 2 cups orange juice
- 1 cup ice
- 1 handful blueberries (optional)”
Joanna Wen
Joanna Wen is the health expert at Spices & Greens where she helps women to eat clean and lean with the healing powers of food.
“I love adding pineapples to my green smoothies as it’s packed full of vitamin C and antioxidants to boost our immune system, along with a balance of sweet and tart flavors.
“Here is my favorite pineapple smoothie recipe:
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 medium banana
- ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
“Add all ingredients to a blender, starting with the leafy vegetables and blend until smooth. Add more liquid if too thick, or add ice to thicken. Makes 2 servings.”
Faleena Hopkins
Faleena Hopkins is a national bestselling author whose hit series Cocker Brothers has sold over 750,000 copies worldwide. She also wrote and directed a film last year that just got theatrical distribution, and her Faleena Hopkins Books APP launches this month in both Apple and Google stores.
“My favorite pineapple smoothie recipe is Faleena’s Pineapple Power:
- 1 cup organic pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup cashews
- Mint leaves finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ground flax seed meal
- 6-8 ounces unsweetened almond milk
- Place whole mint leaf on top for beauty, to serve
- Even better if you’ve got metal straws”
Wade Brill
Wade Brill is a Lifestyle and Mindfulness Coach who supports busy professionals make sustainable self-care a priority so that they can feel more present, productive and empowered.
“I love this smoothie recipe because it feels tropical, refreshing and distracts me from the Fall weather.
“This is a great smoothie to make for a mindful meal in the morning or a light lunch in the afternoon.
“Pineapple Raspberry Smoothie Recipe:
- 1 fresh banana
- 5 chunks of fresh pineapple
- 1 hand full of fresh raspberries
- 2 big hand-fulls of spinach or kale
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup of filtered water or coconut water
- 5 ice cubes
- 2 Tablespoons Great Lakes Collagen protein (omit if vegan and use your favorite plant based protein)
“Directions:
“Place all ingredients except for the collagen protein in a blender and combined until smooth. Add the collagen at the end and pulse a few times to mix evenly. Add more water to make the smoothie more liquid base. I personally like my smoothies to have some body. Enjoy right away or store in an airtight container for 24 hours.”
Shena Jaramillo
Shena Jaramillo is a registered dietitian focused on holistic health and wellness, and advocating a plant based diet.
“My favorite pineapple smoothie recipe is the Tropical Oasis Smoothie:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberry
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds
“Blend ingredients. Slowly add water until desired consistency is achieved.”
Next time you’re craving a mouth-watering smoothie, stop by your local Edible Arrangements® store for a delicious, done-for-you smoothie you can grab and go. Choose your favorite combination of ingredients from our Edible® Treats menu for a custom blend of favors that tastes out-of-this-world amazing!
