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Cook Time

30 min

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Difficulty

Medium

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Category

Breakfast

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Pineapple-Grain Smoothie Recipe

Description

This vibrant smoothie balances the bright, tropical sweetness of fresh pineapple with the creamy, textural depth of a wholesome grain (e.g., rolled oats or cooked quinoa). After experimenting with optional add-ins like banana and coconut, the recipe prioritizes simplicity: the core flavor of pineapple shines through, while the grain thickens and enriches the drink, creating a naturally satisfying, nutrient-dense beverage.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or 1.5 cups frozen pineapple for a chilled consistency)

  • ½ cup cooked grain (e.g., rolled oats, quinoa, or brown rice; cooled)

  • ½ cup liquid (water, coconut water, or unsweetened almond milk)

  • Optional: ½ medium banana (for extra creaminess)

  • Optional: 2 tbsp shredded coconut (for nutty richness)

  • 1–2 cups ice cubes (adjust to desired thickness)

  • ½ tsp lime juice (optional, for brightness)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Grain:

  2. For rolled oats: Cook ½ cup oats with 1 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring until thickened. Cool completely.

  3. For quinoa: Rinse ½ cup quinoa, then cook with 1 cup water until tender (about 15 minutes). Cool.

  4. For rice: Use ½ cup cooked leftover rice (cooled) if preferred.

  5. Assemble in Blender:

Add cooled grain, pineapple, liquid, optional banana, coconut, lime juice (if using), and ice to a blender.

  1. Blend:

Secure the lid and blend on high speed for 1–2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy. Adjust ice or liquid if the texture is too thick/thin.

  1. Serve:

Pour into a chilled glass and enjoy immediately. Garnish with a pineapple wedge or mint leaf for presentation.

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