A tall glass of this refreshing Pineapple Ginger Smoothie is the perfect start to eating healthy and detox. Packed with nutrition, smoothies are a delicious way to include fruits in your diet and start your day on a healthier note.
If you feel guilty about not consuming your daily portion of fruits, smoothies are a perfect way to begin.
This is quite frankly our breakfast choice on Monday mornings after a weekend binge.
All it takes is 6 ingredients, 15 minutes, 1 Blender Jar and you can drink up a glass full of health!
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Flashback - Year 2005 - I could literally fill this in my leak-proof sipper cup and run to catch a bus to work!
The combination of seasonal fruits, nuts and seeds provided the much needed kickstart for the day.
This vegan pineapple ginger smoothie contains no sugar and makes the perfect blend-and-go breakfast for busy mornings.
Why this recipe works?
- Easy breakfast on the go made under 15 mins
- Contains No Sugar
- Anti-inflammatory (Turmeric) and loaded with Vitamin C (Pineapple)
- Immunity Boosting, Great for Digestion
- Dairy Free / Vegan
Everything in this tall glass of Sunshine Smoothie is good for you.
The combination of ingredients will leave you refreshed, light and fully energized.
Ingredients
Pineapple - I have used 1.2 kg fresh pineapple for this recipe. The skin, core is removed and fruit is sliced / cut into chunks or cubes.
If you have a busy morning schedule, freeze the ingredients (pineapple, lime juice, ginger) a day earlier.
Alternatively, you can use frozen pineapple from supermarket frozen section.
Canned Pineapples (preserved in sugar syrup) are not recommended (high sugar content).
Pineapples are a great source of Vitamin C. This ARTICLE provides information about the health benefits.
Ginger - Ginger aids in digestion, reduces heaviness and bloating which are usually the side effects of overeating or binging.
Ginger does add a bit of heat and can be overpowering for some. Adjust the quantity as per your preferences.
Turmeric - Superfood with anti-inflammatory properties.
Lemon - Enriched with Vitamin C. Adds a bit of a tang to the drink. You can easily substitute with freshly squeezed orange juice.
Mint Leaves - Refreshing and cooling for the body.
I have not used any sugar or substitutes like Honey, Agave, Maple Syrup etc. This smoothie is naturally sweetened with fruit sugars.
How to Make Pineapple Ginger Smoothie
In a blender jar, add the chopped pineapple chunks or cubes, mint leaves, fresh ginger, turmeric and lemon juice.
Blend with 1 cup of chilled water or ice cubes and serve.
Variations
The smoothie can be easily customized with seasonal fruits. Take a look at some of the variations or ideas below.
Mango - When fresh mangoes are in season, turn the drink into a Tropical Smoothie.
Go Green - Add a handful of KALE or SPINACH. You might want to use maple syrup or honey to sweeten the smoothie.
Banana - Frozen Bananas are great in bringing natural creaminess (without dairy) to the smoothie. You can easily skip ice cubes or chilled water, if using frozen bananas.
Dairy - Citrus Fruits and Dairy don't make a great combination. You can however use dairy-free milk like unsweetened coconut milk, oat milk or almond milk.
You can add other CITRUS FRUITS like Fresh orange juice, passion fruit, lychee etc.
Fresh COCONUT WATER can also be used instead of regular water for blending the smoothie. It aids in hydration and is cooling during summers.
FAQ's
The combination works as a perfect detox after a holiday binge. Pineapple is loaded with Vitamin C and ginger aids in digestion.
Citrus Fruits like Lemon, Oranges, Sweet Lime, Pineapple, Grapefruit, Passionfruit, Kiwi, Berries of all kinds work well with ginger.
Yes. Absolutely! Fresh is always better and they taste great. However, if you cannot source fresh ones from supermarket, ground ginger works well too.
It is a personal choice. I don't peel ginger for smoothies.
Yes. If you store ginger paste in the freezer, use one cube or more (as per preference) for the smoothie. Don't thaw, just add it straight to the blender jar. Note - If you freeze whole ginger, thaw it completely, finely chop and add.
Recipes using fresh Pineapple
Other Smoothie / Refreshing Drinks to Try
Shikanji (Indian Lemonade)
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Pineapple Ginger Smoothie
Ingredients
- 5 cups Pineapple 1.2 kg pineapple - cubed / cut into chunks
- 1 tbsp Ginger finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- ¼ teaspoon Turmeric powder
- ¼ cup Mint Leaves
- 1 cup Chilled Water or Ice Cubes
Instructions
- In a blender jar, add the chopped pineapple chunks or cubes, mint leaves, fresh ginger, turmeric and lemon juice.
- Blend with 1 cup of chilled water or ice cubes.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe serves 3 glasses of pineapple ginger smoothie. It can be doubled for a large family.
- The recipe is sugar free, however, you can add any sugar substitutes like agave, maple syrup, honey if you prefer more sweetness.
- I wouldn't recommend storing leftovers of any smoothie. They are to be consumed fresh. However, you can prep these a day earlier (chop) for convenience and saving time.
- The smoothie makes great popsicles during summers. Just blend and pour them in popsicle molds, freeze them overnight and enjoy the next day.
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Vidya Narayan