Low Fat Refreshing Coconut Smoothie
Cool down with this vibrant, low-fat refreshing coconut smoothie, a tropical treat that blends light coconut milk, unsweetened coconut water, and the natural sweetness of frozen pineapple chunks and ripe banana. Perfect for a summer morning or a mid-day pick-me-up, this smoothie is both creamy and protein-packed thanks to low-fat Greek yogurt. Infused with a hint of coconut extract and optionally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, it's a guilt-free indulgence that takes just five minutes to prepare. Served chilled with ice, this recipe is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy, dairy-free, tropical-flavored beverage that's satisfying and nutrient-rich.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Light coconut milk
- 1 cup Unsweetened coconut water
- 1 cup Frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 medium Banana, ripe
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt, low-fat, plain
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 0.5 teaspoon Coconut extract
Instructions
Start by gathering all the ingredients, and ensure the banana is peeled and the pineapple chunks are frozen to enhance the smoothie's chill.
In a blender, add 1 cup of light coconut milk and 1 cup of unsweetened coconut water.
Add 1 cup of frozen pineapple chunks and 1 medium peeled banana to the blender.
Spoon in 0.5 cup of low-fat plain Greek yogurt for added creaminess and protein.
Optionally, add 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup for sweetness, adjusting to taste.
Add 1 cup of ice cubes to help thicken and chill the smoothie.
Enhance the coconut flavor by adding 0.5 teaspoon of coconut extract.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
Once blended, taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or consistency, adding more sweetener or coconut water as desired.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses, serve immediately, and enjoy the refreshing low-fat treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.9 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1534 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
