A few weeks ago when I posted about Cookie Dough Oatmeal, I asked you guys what was your favorite healthy breakfast. I got a lot of people who said smoothies. I have never been much of a smoothie drinker, so I wasn’t sure where to start. I posed the question on Facebook and got some great ideas. I came up with this version, and it is delicious. I love strawberries and pineapple together, so it seemed like a great mix for my smoothie. I couldn’t believe the price of frozen pineapple at the store, so I cut up a fresh one, put it in a freezer storage bag, and popped it in the freezer. I will get a lot more smoothies out of my pineapple than the small bag from the store.
I am not a big yogurt person. Over the last year and a half, I have started to eat it periodically. But only certain brands, and certain flavors. So Greek Yogurt scares me, and I can’t get myself to try it. I know people love it (my husband is a fan), but I am just not there yet. For the smoothie though, I went out on a limb and got a giant container of Vanilla Greek Yogurt. I wanted to make sure my smoothie had lots of protein, so it would fill me up! I thought about protein powder, but that stuff is expensive! This is a little high in calories for breakfast, but with all the protein and fiber, I was full until lunch time. And it was HUGE!! You could cut the portions down a little, and still have a good sized smoothie.
Nutrition: Calories 359, Fat 1 gram, Protein 16 grams
- 1 cup Frozen Strawberries
- 1/3 cup Frozen Pineapple
- 3/4 cup Vanilla Greek Yogurt (nonfat)
- 1/2 cup Orange Juice
- 1 Tbls Wheat Germ
- 1 Tbls Splenda
- 1/2 tsp Almond Extract
- Blend everything together in a blender or food processor until smooth. Pour into a glass, and enjoy!
Note: If not using fruit, you will need to add ice cubes.
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Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie
1 cup Frozen Strawberries
1/3 cup Frozen Pineapple
3/4 cup Vanilla Greek Yogurt (nonfat)
1/2 cup Orange Juice
1 Tbls Wheat Germ
1 Tbls Splenda
1/2 tsp Almond Extract
Blend everything together in a blender or food processor until smooth. Pour into a glass, and enjoy!
Note: If not using fruit, you will need to add ice cubes.
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Nami | Just One Cookbook says
March 23, 2012 at 1:50 amI love the combination of this smoothies! I should drink this instead of eating snacks or desserts huh… it makes more sense – delicious, sweet enough, and healthy!
Emily @ Life on Food says
March 23, 2012 at 4:50 amThis looks like a very delicious breakfast. I always put extras like wheat germ or rolled oats for the fiber. Love that it is pink – so pretty!
Sandi says
March 23, 2012 at 6:35 amTasty recipe! Keep trying with the Greek yogurt – they all taste a little different 😉
Grubarazzi (@Grubarazzi) says
March 23, 2012 at 9:50 amNom nom nom. I use protein powder in my smoothies but I love the taste of greek yogurt (if my stomach could handle it). This looks delish!
Dee at Deelicious Sweets says
March 23, 2012 at 4:22 pmWe love smoothies! When we don’t make them at home we often go to Smoothie King and grab one for lunch. Usually during the summer time as we head over to the pool we grab one to help us cool off. That way we don’t have to wait 30 minutes before swimming because we technically didn’t really eat. We slurped and swallowed. 🙂 Have a great weekend!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says
March 23, 2012 at 9:20 pmI just got a brand spanking new fancy schmancy blender so I’m on the constant lookout for healthy smoothies. I love everything that’s going in here, especially that vanilla Greek yogurt (I’m definitely one of those people obsessed with Greek yogurt!).
Kristi Rimkus says
March 24, 2012 at 11:00 amI have a Magic Bullet that makes quick work of smoothies and salad dressings. In fact, all kinds of things. I bought because I like the idea of getting those extra fruits and veggies in without a lot of hassle. I often add spinach to my smoothies. Love those green smoothies.
Kiri W. says
March 25, 2012 at 12:57 pmI love using Greek yogurt! I’d have to switch out the pineapple, because I just can’t bring myself to like it, but the smoothie looks perfect otherwise 🙂
Jennifer (Delicieux) says
March 27, 2012 at 6:35 pmWhat a gorgeous smoothie! I’d love this for breakfast.
Susan Monk says
May 29, 2014 at 8:58 amI am trying to get off dairy so thought I would try it with coconut or almond milk – hope it works OK – they sound delicious!!!
Erin S says
May 29, 2014 at 9:30 amEither will work great!! Coconut will probably lend a slight coconut flavor, but that will go really well with the fruit. Let me know it turns out!