Pina Colada Smoothie Recipe
Healthy 3 Ingredient Piña Colada Smoothie
This healthy 3 ingredient piña colada smoothie tastes like a tropical vacation in a glass! Made with frozen pineapple, creamy coconut milk, and vanilla protein powder, it’s naturally gluten free, high in protein, and comes together in just a few minutes. Whether you need a quick breakfast, a post-workout snack, or an afternoon pick-me-up, this refreshing smoothie is as easy as it is delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 3 simple ingredients
- Ready in 5 minutes
- Naturally gluten free
- High in protein
- No added sugar
- Thick, creamy, and refreshing
- Easy to customize
Ingredients
Makes 1 smoothie
- ½ to 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks (use 1 cup for a thicker, fruitier smoothie)
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (my favorite is Clean Simple Eats Vanilla Protein Powder)
Optional: If you love an extra burst of vanilla flavor, add ½ teaspoon of vanilla bean paste. I love using this one: https://amzn.to/4vckOG6.
Instructions
- Add the coconut milk to a blender.
- Add the frozen pineapple chunks.
- Add the vanilla protein powder.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If you’d like a thinner smoothie, blend in a little more coconut milk or add a splash of pineapple juice until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately!
Tips
- For the thickest smoothie, use a full cup of frozen pineapple.
- If your blender struggles, let the pineapple sit at room temperature for 2–3 minutes before blending.
- Add a splash of pineapple juice if you want even more tropical flavor.
- For an even richer vanilla taste, stir in ½ teaspoon of vanilla bean paste before blending.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge or a sprinkle of shredded coconut for a fun presentation.
Estimated Nutrition (Using 1 Cup Frozen Pineapple)
- Calories: Approximately 245
- Protein: 20–25g (varies by protein powder)
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Fat: 7g
Nutrition will vary depending on the coconut milk and protein powder you use.
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes To Try
Low Carb Key Lime Pie Smoothie
Orange Creamsicle Protein Smoothie
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Pina Colada Smoothie Recipe
Equipment
- Blender or Food Processor
Ingredients
- ½ to 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks use 1 cup for a thicker, fruitier smoothie
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder my favorite is Clean Simple Eats Vanilla Protein Powder
Instructions
- Add the coconut milk to a blender.
- Add the frozen pineapple chunks.
- Add the vanilla protein powder.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If you’d like a thinner smoothie, blend in a little more coconut milk or add a splash of pineapple juice until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately!
Notes
Tips
- For the thickest smoothie, use a full cup of frozen pineapple.
- If your blender struggles, let the pineapple sit at room temperature for 2–3 minutes before blending.
- Add a splash of pineapple juice if you want even more tropical flavor.
- For an even richer vanilla taste, stir in ½ teaspoon of vanilla bean paste before blending.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge or a sprinkle of shredded coconut for a fun presentation.
Estimated Nutrition (Using 1 Cup Frozen Pineapple)
- Calories: Approximately 245
- Protein: 20–25g (varies by protein powder)
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Fat: 7g
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