I’m sharing my Pineapple and Banana Drink, a metabolism-boosting Healthy Banana Smoothie Breakfast that supports weight loss while using just a few natural ingredients.

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I kept saying no more gimmicks, then I tried this pineapple and banana combo and wow, it actually hooked me. Bright pineapple chunks cut through the banana sweetness so it never tastes like dieting, and yeah it kinda feels like a cheat but without the guilt.

I made it when I needed a lift between classes and it surprised me, like, why haven’t I been drinking this all along? Perfect if you’re a Smoothie For Beginners or looking for a quick Healthy Banana Smoothie Breakfast option that actually tastes like something special, not just rabbit food.

Give it a shot, you’ll wanna know more.

Ingredients

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Tart sweet, high in vitamin C, adds bright flavor and natural sweetness
Creamy and sweet, good carbs and potassium, makes it naturally sugary
Thick protein punch, helps keep you full, tangy but mild
Thin low calorie base, hydrates and doesn’t overpower the fruit
Tiny fiber bombs, soak up liquid, give texture and omega 3s
Ground flax adds nuttiness, fiber and plant based omega 3s
Mild greens, low calorie, sneaks in iron and extra veggies
Zippy warm bite, adds bright spicy note, tiny digestive boost

Ingredient Quantities

1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks (about 150 g)

1 medium ripe banana peeled

1/2 cup plain low fat Greek yogurt or plant based yogurt

3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut water

1 tbsp chia seeds

1 tbsp ground flaxseed (flaxseed meal)

1 scoop vanilla protein powder optional

1/2 cup fresh spinach optional

1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger optional

1 tsp honey or maple syrup optional

4 to 6 ice cubes optional

How to Make this

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1. Prep everything: chop fresh pineapple or measure frozen, peel and slice the banana (freeze slices for a thicker creamier drink if you want), grate 1/2 tsp fresh ginger if using and measure out chia, flax, protein, spinach, honey and ice.

2. Pour 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut water and 1/2 cup plain low fat Greek yogurt or plant based yogurt into the blender.

3. Stir in 1 tbsp chia seeds to the liquid and let them sit for 3 to 5 minutes so they swell up a bit, this helps thicken the smoothie.

4. Add 1 cup pineapple chunks and the banana to the blender (if banana is frozen you can skip the ice later).

5. Add 1 tbsp ground flaxseed, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder if using, 1/2 cup fresh spinach if using, 1/2 tsp grated ginger if using, and 1 tsp honey or maple syrup if you want it sweeter.

6. Toss in 4 to 6 ice cubes if you didn’t use frozen fruit and want it extra cold.

7. Put the lid on tight then pulse a few times and blend on high until totally smooth about 30 to 60 seconds, if the motor struggles stop scrape the sides and blend again.

8. Taste and adjust: add a splash more almond milk or water if it’s too thick, or add a bit more honey or a few more ice cubes to thicken and chill, pour into a glass and enjoy right away.

9. Rinse the blender right away, chia and flax can stick and get messy if you let them dry.

Equipment Needed

1. Blender (high-speed preferred, but any sturdy blender works)
2. Measuring cups and measuring spoons (1 cup, 3/4 cup, 1 tbsp, 1/2 tsp)
3. Chef’s knife for chopping pineapple and slicing banana
4. Cutting board
5. Microplane or fine grater for the ginger
6. Spoon or small spatula to stir the chia and scrape down the jar
7. Freezer tray or zip-top bag if you want to freeze banana slices for a thicker drink
8. Tall glass (plus a straw if you like)

FAQ

Q: Will this smoothie actually melt fat like crazy? A: No magic here, but it can help — it's filling and lower calorie than many snacks so it may help with weight loss if you eat it instead of higher calorie stuff and keep your overall calories in check.

Q: Can I swap the yogurt and almond milk for vegan options? A: Yep, use plant based yogurt and coconut water or more almond milk, or silken tofu for extra protein if you want it dairy free.

Q: Fresh or frozen fruit which is better? A: Both work. Frozen pineapple or banana makes the smoothie thicker and colder so you can skip the ice, fresh fruit needs ice to chill. Frozen also helps with texture and keeps it creamier.

Q: How do I make it thicker or thinner? A: For thicker add less liquid, more frozen banana, or a handful of oats or avocado. For thinner add more almond milk or coconut water a little at a time until you like it.

Q: Can I make it ahead or store leftovers? A: You can make it and keep it in the fridge up to 24 hours but it wont be as frothy, chia and flax will soak up liquid so give it a good stir. For longer keep portions frozen and blend when ready.

Q: Any tips on protein powder, sweetener, or allergies? A: Protein powder is optional, adds calories so adjust accordingly. Use honey or maple sparingly, or skip if you want less sugar. If you have nut allergies use oat or soy milk and a nut free yogurt.

Banana & Pineapple Smoothie: Melting Fat Like Crazy Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Pineapple (1 cup): swap with 1 cup frozen mango or peaches, or 3/4 cup pineapple juice if you don’t have chunks. Mango keeps the same tropical vibe, peaches are sweeter so you might skip the honey.
Banana: use 1/2 ripe avocado for the same creamy texture with less sugar, or 1/2 cup silken tofu or 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce for body and a milder taste, you may need a little extra sweetener.
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt: replace with 1/2 cup silken tofu, 1/2 cup plain coconut yogurt, or 1/2 cup kefir. Plant options make it vegan, kefir adds tang and probiotics.
3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut water: swap for 3/4 cup oat milk, soy milk, regular milk, or 3/4 cup coconut milk for a richer smoothie, or use 3/4 cup cold green tea for a lighter, less creamy drink.

Pro Tips

– Freeze at least the banana (or the pineapple) first if you want a milkshake texture. Frozen fruit makes it thick and creamy so you can skip most or all of the ice and keep the flavor concentrated.
– Grind flaxseed fresh or buy it refrigerated, and let chia swell longer than a few minutes if you hate gritty bits. A short soak makes both seeds blend into a smoother, silkier mouthfeel.
– Add a tiny splash of lime or a pinch of salt to brighten the sweetness, and add ginger in small amounts at first — it goes from subtle to punchy fast.
– If you use plant protein, start with half a scoop and taste, because some powders get chalky; add a little extra liquid rather than more sweetener to fix texture.

Banana & Pineapple Smoothie: Melting Fat Like Crazy Recipe

Recipe by Sam Ecclestone

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I’m sharing my Pineapple and Banana Drink, a metabolism-boosting Healthy Banana Smoothie Breakfast that supports weight loss while using just a few natural ingredients.

Servings

servings

Calories

514

kcal

Equipment: 1. Blender (high-speed preferred, but any sturdy blender works)
2. Measuring cups and measuring spoons (1 cup, 3/4 cup, 1 tbsp, 1/2 tsp)
3. Chef’s knife for chopping pineapple and slicing banana
4. Cutting board
5. Microplane or fine grater for the ginger
6. Spoon or small spatula to stir the chia and scrape down the jar
7. Freezer tray or zip-top bag if you want to freeze banana slices for a thicker drink
8. Tall glass (plus a straw if you like)

Ingredients

1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks (about 150 g)
1 medium ripe banana peeled
1/2 cup plain low fat Greek yogurt or plant based yogurt
3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut water
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp ground flaxseed (flaxseed meal)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder optional
1/2 cup fresh spinach optional
1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger optional
1 tsp honey or maple syrup optional
4 to 6 ice cubes optional

Directions

Prep everything: chop fresh pineapple or measure frozen, peel and slice the banana (freeze slices for a thicker creamier drink if you want), grate 1/2 tsp fresh ginger if using and measure out chia, flax, protein, spinach, honey and ice.
Pour 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut water and 1/2 cup plain low fat Greek yogurt or plant based yogurt into the blender.
Stir in 1 tbsp chia seeds to the liquid and let them sit for 3 to 5 minutes so they swell up a bit, this helps thicken the smoothie.
Add 1 cup pineapple chunks and the banana to the blender (if banana is frozen you can skip the ice later).
Add 1 tbsp ground flaxseed, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder if using, 1/2 cup fresh spinach if using, 1/2 tsp grated ginger if using, and 1 tsp honey or maple syrup if you want it sweeter.
Toss in 4 to 6 ice cubes if you didn’t use frozen fruit and want it extra cold.
Put the lid on tight then pulse a few times and blend on high until totally smooth about 30 to 60 seconds, if the motor struggles stop scrape the sides and blend again.
Taste and adjust: add a splash more almond milk or water if it’s too thick, or add a bit more honey or a few more ice cubes to thicken and chill, pour into a glass and enjoy right away.
Rinse the blender right away, chia and flax can stick and get messy if you let them dry.

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.