This pineapple green smoothie recipe is the only green smoothie you'll ever need! It includes three types of veggies and tastes amazing!
Think of this amazing green smoothie as a salad with some pineapple on top.
Strange, yes, but when blended together you won’t believe how delicious it becomes!
It’s a tasty way to enjoy a mix of pineapple and veggies in the morning, and it’s a refreshing start to your day.
This pineapple green smoothie is the B-E-S-T ♡
If you follow me on YouTube, then you've probably seen me put some semi-strange ingredients in my smoothies. And yes, it might be partly due to the fact that I'm definitely on the super healthy eating spectrum, but it's also because it doesn't affect the flavor or texture.
I wouldn't want to eat a real salad for breakfast. But a salad that's been made to taste like a tropical paradise? That I can be down with.
So let's talk about this smoothie…
We've been able to sneak in 3 different kinds of vegetables in here! One of them is a green, and two of them are not your standard smoothie ingredients: zucchini and cauliflower.
Now before you roll your eyes or click that back button because you're thinking, “there's no wayyyy I'm putting that in my morning shake!”, let me explain:
I'm the same exact way!
I'm definitely not one to air on the savory side of breakfast. I'm all about waking up and having something sweet and delicious, and a creamy smoothie is pretty much my go-to every single day (except for the occasional batch of quinoa pancakes).
And THIS is my new favorite combination.
What you're going to love about this smoothie…
The texture. It's all about that perfect silky smooth texture when it comes to smoothies and this one is sheer perfection! The combination of fresh zucchini and frozen cauliflower makes it creamy and cold without making it too icy. It's also thick enough to eat with a spoon!
The sweetness. The combination of pineapple, coconut water and protein powder give this smoothie the perfect amount of sweetness without it being too much. It masks the veggies completely but doesn't leave you feeling like you've just had a bowl of ice cream for breakfast.
And did I mention you can eat it with a spoon?!
So whether you’re looking to enjoy a smoothie with some hidden veggies or you have a picky eater at home, this smoothie is a fun option!
It’s easy to make, tastes amazing, and if you’re a fan of pina coladas, it’ll quickly become a favorite.
Now go and get yo’ drink on! 🍍🥥🍹
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Hidden Veggie Pineapple Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 cups spinach or greens of choice
- 1 cup fresh zucchini
- 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple
- 1 scoop vegan protein powder optional
- 1 tablespoon cashew butter or nut butter of choice
- 3/4 cup coconut water or liquid of choice
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a blender in the order listed. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, then transfer to a glass and enjoy!
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Smart way to add more veggies! I am used to lots of spinach, but this was the first time I experimented with cauliflower and zucchini. Thanks for a great recipe! I just added half a teaspoon honey (maybe my pineapple wasn’t very sweet?)
Hope you love it!
Love your recipies, what brand of protein powder will you use on this recipe?
Hi,
I can’t buy frozen cauliflower at my local shops, what veg/fruit could you replace it with? I hate the taste of veg but want the vitamins so which veg would you recommend- one that you can’t really taste! ha ha
Can you buy fresh? If so, you can just steam it and freeze it yourself 🙂 Just chop the head into florets, steam for about 10 minutes, let cool completely then freeze!
I love your E-Mail and poet,I also love smoothies,I make all kinds,so healthy and good for you,I have alot of health issues,lung cancer,very sick sometimes,they go good on my stomach,love reading your healthy quinoa recipes!!!!!!
So glad you’re enjoying everything!!
Oh yes, this smoothie looks perfect! I would love to try it with Vega protein powder. Their vanilla is so delicious! You never fail to make the most amazing minimal fruit smoothies. Can’t imagine this one tasting bad!
Agreed!! Hope you enjoy it 🙂 xx
Alyssa, I love your healthy site. Your recipes are delicious, you are so encouraging and upbeat. I hope you have a wonderful well deserved vacation getaway with the love of your life!
Thank you SO much, Mary! xox