Refreshing Strawberry Piña Colada Smoothie (Print version)
A creamy strawberry piña colada smoothie made with frozen fruit, coconut milk, banana, and lime for a quick tropical drink.
# Ingredients:
For the smoothie
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3/4 cup (180 ml) light coconut milk, plus more as needed
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1/2 cup (120 ml) pineapple juice or coconut water
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1 small ripe banana, sliced
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1 1/2 cups (225 g) frozen strawberries
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1 cup (165 g) frozen pineapple chunks
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1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
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1 pinch fine salt
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1-2 teaspoons maple syrup, optional
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1/2 cup ice, optional for a frostier texture
For serving
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1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut
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Fresh strawberry slices and pineapple wedges, optional
# Instructions:
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Pour the coconut milk and pineapple juice or coconut water into the blender first so the blades can move easily.
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Add the banana, frozen strawberries, frozen pineapple, lime juice, salt, and maple syrup if using.
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Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend until completely smooth and thick, about 45-60 seconds. Scrape the sides if needed.
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Add more coconut milk 1 tablespoon at a time if the smoothie is too thick. Add ice for a frostier drink. Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with coconut, strawberries, and pineapple.
# Good to know:
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Best served right after blending.
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Freeze leftovers in ice cube trays and re-blend with coconut milk.
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Use frozen fruit for the thickest texture.