Pineapple Cucumber Mint Smoothie (Printable Version)
Tropical pineapple meets crisp cucumber and cooling mint in this hydrating blend.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruits
01 - 1 ½ cups fresh pineapple chunks
02 - ½ large cucumber, peeled and chopped
→ Herbs
03 - 10 fresh mint leaves
→ Liquids
04 - 1 cup cold coconut water or plain water
→ Sweetener
05 - 1–2 teaspoons agave syrup or honey (optional)
→ Ice
06 - 1 cup ice cubes
# How to Make It:
01 - Place pineapple chunks, chopped cucumber, fresh mint leaves, and coconut water into the blender container.
02 - Pour in agave syrup or honey if you prefer additional sweetness, keeping in mind honey is not vegan.
03 - Drop ice cubes into the blender to create a chilled, refreshing texture.
04 - Process on high speed until the mixture becomes completely smooth and frothy, approximately 45-60 seconds.
05 - Taste the smoothie and modify sweetness or consistency by adding more sweetener or water as needed. Pour into two glasses, garnish with additional mint leaves if desired, and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The cucumber makes it incredibly hydrating without that heavy feeling some smoothies leave behind
- It strikes this perfect balance between sweet pineapple and cool, herbal freshness
- Takes literally five minutes from start to finish, including cleanup
02 -
- Overblending mint can make it taste bitter, so pulse just until combined
- If your cucumber isn't very crisp, your smoothie won't be either
- Drink this right away, it separates if it sits too long
03 -
- Use very cold coconut water so your ice doesn't melt too quickly while blending
- Rub the mint leaves between your fingers before adding them to release more of their oils