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Pineapple Blueberry Smoothie

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A super refreshing pineapple blueberry smoothie recipe that has tropical vibes and is colored beautifully.

Even though it’s getting colder outside, I still like cold refreshing smoothies in the morning.

The good thing about smoothies is, they can be enjoyed any time of the year.

With smoothies, you can drink them any time you like, and they typically tend to provide you with your 5 a day!

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Do Blueberries And Pineapple Go Together?

Absolutely. Blueberries and pineapple are in fact one of the best combinations. Pineapple has a strong tropical flavor, whilst blueberries have a more subtle flavor.

So, they balance each other very well!

On top of that, they both offer a unique set of health benefits such as vitamins and minerals. This means when you combine them both, you get different benefits from each.

For example, pineapple contains enzymes also known as Bromelain. This enzyme helps to treat indigestion and reduce inflammation.

Pineapple And Blueberry Smoothie Benefits

Apart from helping indigestion and reducing inflammation, this pineapple and blueberry smoothie has so many other benefits.

Here’s a breakdown of the benefits you can expect to get from drinking this berry pineapple smoothie:

Rich in Vitamins and Minerals: Pineapple, blueberries, and spinach in this smoothie are good sources of essential nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, and manganese.
Antioxidant Boost: Blueberries are particularly high in antioxidants, which can help combat oxidative stress and inflammation.
Low in Calories: Spinach and coconut water are low-calorie options that help keep the overall caloric content down which is good for weight loss.
Fiber Content: Spinach and the fruit in this pineapple berry shake provide dietary fiber, which can aid digestion and offer a feeling of fullness.
Aids Heart Health: Blueberries and spinach have been associated with improved heart health.
Skin Health: Antioxidants in blueberries can contribute to improved skin quality by fighting free radicals.
Bone Health: Spinach contains vitamin K which is important for maintaining bone health.

How Many Calories Are In a Blueberry Pineapple Smoothie?

This homemade pineapple blueberry smoothie is suitable for weight loss due to the low amount of calories. Here’s the breakdown:

Calories: 275
Carbs: 24.3
Of which sugars: 16.5
Fat: 0.1
Protein: 1.1

A wonderful low-calorie drink that will provide your body with important vitamins and minerals, and also help you lose weight!

How To Make Pineapple Blueberry Spinach Smoothie

You will need:

Pineapple
Blueberries
Coconut Water
Spinach

This blueberry pineapple smoothie without banana comes out thick and so tasty.
To make this smoothie – add all the ingredients to a blender, and blitz!
Serve and enjoy!

Optional Variations And Substitutions:

There are some changes you can make by swapping some ingredients or adding additional ingredients.

I have left some options for you below. Make this smoothie recipe your own by customizing it to your liking!

For a high-protein version of this recipe, add a scoop of protein powder or 1/2 cup Greek yogurt.
If you don’t have coconut water at home, you can use any dairy-free (or dairy milk) or choice!
You can replace the spinach with kale or other leafy green of your liking.
If you don’t have blueberries, you can easily use strawberries or other berries.
Instead of pineapple, you can use mango.