Pineapple-Lemon Smoothie (Sunshine Smoothie)

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This Pineapple-Lemon Smoothie is the perfect way to start the day. Made with pineapple and lemon Greek yogurt, it makes for a bright, delicious morning!

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I love Greek yogurt! I started eating it as breakfast or a late night snack. Adding some mix-in’s is my go-to way to enjoy it the most. I just love texture, so things like granola, mini chocolate chips, nuts, and so on are a great way to get that extra crunch that I can’t get enough of.

However, a couple of months ago, I went on a huge smoothie binge. Seriously, a smoothies all day, every day kind of binge. I just love starting the day with a smoothie. In the summer, I have two go-to smoothie recipes, a Strawberry-Apricot Smoothie and this Pineapple-Lemon Smoothie.

I also refer to it as a Sunshine Smoothie because it’s just like summer in a glass. It just makes you feel all kinds of sunshine and happiness!

Why This Recipe Works

• The ingredient list is short and sweet! Just 4 ingredients and ice is all you need.
• You can make this smoothie in less than 5 minutes. Perfect even for busy mornings.
• This recipe can be enjoyed for breakfast or as a cool, refreshing treat. It’s especially delicious in the summer months.

How to Make a Pineapple-Lemon Smoothie

Prep!

There really isn’t much prep to do for this recipe, which makes it nice and easy! If you’re not using already frozen pineapple, you will need to make sure that it’s frozen first or your smoothie may not be as thick.

Create!

Add all of the ingredients, except for the ice, to a blender cup. Process for about 30 seconds, then add the ice and process for another minute or so, until everything in nice and smooth!

Present!

Divide the Pineapple-Lemon Smoothie mixture between two glasses and garnish with extra chopped pineapple, if desired.

Enjoy!

Tips and Techniques for the Best Pineapple-Lemon Smoothie

• Buy already frozen pineapple and portion it out into separate resealable containers to make this recipe even quicker!
• Use 6-ounce cans of pineapple juice (available in the juice aisle at most grocery stores).
• Freeze any left over smoothie mixture (thaw in the refrigerator for best results).

FAQ’s

• Can you freeze fresh pineapple for smoothies? Absolutely! Peel and cut it into small chunks and freeze in an air-tight container or freezer bag until you are ready to use it.
• Why is my smoothie so thick? The use of ice and frozen fruit can really thicken a smoothie. If you find your smoothie is a bit too thick, you can thin it out some by pureeing it with water, a little at a time, until your desired consistency is reached.

Other Recipes to Try

• Mini Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream Icing
• Simple Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
• Creamy Lemon Chicken and Rice

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This recipe was originally published in July 31, 2018. It was updated with more thorough instructions, tips, techniques, and FAQ’s in July 2019.