Creamy Pineapple Cucumber Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumber skin on // organic when possible
- 1 heaping cup cubed pineapple if frozen, omit ice
- 1/2 large ripe peeled, frozen banana
- 1/4 cup light coconut milk*
- 1/2 cup filtered water
- 1 medium lime zested + juiced (~1 tsp zest // 2 Tbsp (30 ml) juice per 1 lime)
- 1 large handful greens spinach or kale // organic when possible
- 2-4 ice cubes
Instructions
- Add cucumber, pineapple, frozen banana, light coconut milk, water, lime zest, lime juice, greens, and ice cubes to a blender and blend on high until creamy and smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
- For a thicker smoothie, add more ice.
- For a thinner smoothie, add more liquid of choice.
- Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more lime juice or zest for acidity/brightness, banana or pineapple for sweetness, coconut milk for creaminess, and greens for more intense green color.
- Serve immediately. Leftovers will keep covered in the refrigerator up to 24 hours, though best when fresh.
Notes
* For creamier smoothie, use canned light coconut milk. For a lighter smoothie, use coconut beverage from a carton or sub coconut water.
*For added protein, add 1-2 Tbsp hemp seeds or chia seeds.
*For added protein, add 1-2 Tbsp hemp seeds or chia seeds.