I love pineapple and I love green smoothies – so, today I created a recipe that combines them both!
Meet my vegan pineapple and spinach smoothie – I hope you enjoy it!
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Vegan Pineapple Spinach Smoothie
Discover the refreshing blend of my Vegan Pineapple Spinach Smoothie! This vibrant and nutritious drink is ideal for an energy boost at any time of the day.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 cup spinach (washed)
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 scoop vegan protein powder (I used pea protein)
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
Instructions
- To a blender, add the avocado and spinach first, followed by the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend for 3-4 minutes or until smooth.
- Pour the smoothie into a cup and enjoy!
Notes
*For smoothie benefits, recipe notes, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 27.3g
- Fat: 13.6g
- Carbohydrates: 44.5g
- Fiber: 11.5g
- Protein: 28.3g
What Are The Benefits Of Drinking Spinach And Pineapple Smoothie?
This smoothie isn’t just delicious. It’s packed with benefits too.
I love drinking this smoothie for breakfast because it gets my day started with an abundance of nutrients.
Here’s an overview of the benefits of this smoothie:
- High in Protein: The addition of pea protein powder makes this smoothie an excellent source of plant-based protein, ideal for vegans who need protein.
- Rich in Vitamins and Minerals: Loaded with vitamins C, E, and K, as well as essential minerals like potassium and iron, supporting overall health and wellness.
- Boosts Energy: The natural sugars from pineapple and maple syrup provide a quick energy boost, while the protein and healthy fats help sustain it.
- Enhances Digestive Health: High in dietary fiber from ingredients like spinach and avocado, aiding in digestion and promoting gut health.
- Supports Immune Function: Packed with antioxidants and vitamins, especially vitamin C from pineapple and spinach, which help strengthen the immune system.
- Heart Healthy: Avocado contain heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help lower bad cholesterol levels and improve heart health.
- Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Spinach and pineapple have anti-inflammatory benefits that can help reduce inflammation in the body.
If you enjoy this smoothie, I recommend that you also try my ginger and pineapple smoothie as well as my spinach protein smoothie recipe!
Smoothie Variations And Recipe Notes
You tweak the recipe by substituting or adding extra ingredients and still end up with a delicious smoothie!
Below are my recommendations, but feel free to experiment too!
- No Banana: Swap the banana for mango or berries of choice. 1/2 cup is plenty.
- No Protein Powder: If you are avoiding protein powders, use 1/2 cup of silken tofu. If you are not vegan, use 1/2 cup Greek yogurt.
- The Base: Swap the coconut water for coconut milk, almond milk, or oat milk.
- Boost With Nut Butter: Add a tablespoon of nut butter for a creamier smoothie with a nutty taste!
Blender Compatability
| Blender Type | Suitability |
|---|---|
| Nutribullet 600 | ✓ |
| Vitamix Blender Propel 510 | ✓ |
| BlendJet 4000mAh | x |
| Ninja Blender BL610 | ✓ |
| Oster 6640 Blender | x |
| Hamilton Beach 58148A Blender | ✓ |
| AMZChef Blender 1800 W | ✓ |
| Wamife Blender | ✓ |
I suggest that you avoid making this smoothie using the two blenders and models marked with ‘x’ on my list above.
I tried the smoothie recipe using all of the blenders, and the two marked in ‘x’ simply weren’t able to blend the smoothie to the desired consistency.