A tropical smoothie blending vibrant dragon fruit and pineapple with creamy coconut milk and a hint of sea salt for balanced flavor.
Dragon Fruit Pineapple Smoothie
Ingredients
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)unsweetened coconut milk beverage
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 1.0 cup (150.0 g)frozen pineapple chunks
- ½ cup (75.0 g)fresh dragon fruit, chopped
- ½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
- pinch of fine sea salt
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Instructions
- Add the unsweetened coconut milk beverage and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender first.
- Add the frozen pineapple chunks and chopped fresh dragon fruit.
- Add the ice cubes and a pinch of fine sea salt.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35 to 50 seconds, until completely smooth.
- Check consistency. Blend in 1 to 2 tablespoons additional liquid if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes or frozen fruit if too thin.
- Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use fresh dragon fruit for vibrant color and flavor. If unavailable, frozen dragon fruit can be substituted but may affect texture slightly.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make dragon fruit pineapple smoothie?
Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make dragon fruit pineapple smoothie ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.
Is this drink vegan?
Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~166 cal · 4g fat · 33g carbs · 2g protein · 23g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 166 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 31 min·1.8 mi·~3650 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 22 min·1.1 mi·~2200 steps
- Moderate cycling 17 min·3.4 mi
- Swimming laps 23 min
- Jogging 16 min·1.3 mi·~2550 steps
- Stair climbing 15 min·~1350 steps
- Dancing 27 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 17 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 39 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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