Easy Pineapple Blueberry Smoothie
Pineapple blueberry smoothies are thick, creamy and such a simple meal to go. This unique blueberry pineapple smoothie is packed with protein, made without yogurt and is such a delicious breakfast, snack or post workout meal. Made with just 5 ingredients in under 5 minutes.
Why you will love this recipe
- Easy to make – smoothies are so easy to make! All you have to do is measure and blend! Great for those busy mornings for breakfast on the go!
- Simple ingredients – just 5 ingredients, most (or all) you likely have on hand in your pantry or freezer. This high protein blueberry smoothie is made with protein powder and chia seeds to help make it super filling.
- Customizable – this pineapple smoothie is thick and filling as written but can easily be made into your own smoothie based on what you have on hand. Change things up by adding some veggies, a handful of nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon or ginger for a different flavor or consistency.
Ingredients
- Frozen blueberries – blueberries add so much flavor and a beautiful color to the smoothie. I prefer to use frozen blueberries since they are easy to keep on hand and help to make the smoothie thick and creamy when blended. If you don’t that have frozen blueberries, you can use fresh, just be sure to add about 1/4 cup of ice to the smoothie to help create the same consistency.
- Fresh or frozen pineapple – pineapple gives this smoothie a slight tropical flavor. I always keep frozen pineapple on hand (you can buy it at most grocery stores) because I love how it helps to thicken the smoothies when blended. If you only have fresh pineapple or even canned pineapple (in juice, drained), be sure to add some ice (about ¼ cup) to the smoothie to help with the texture.
- Protein powder (vanilla) – protein powder helps to make this smoothie super filling and a great option for breakfast or as a post-workout snack! I recommend using a vegan protein powder since it tend to help thicken the smoothies, but you can use whatever you have on hand. If you are using a whey protein or collagen peptides, you can add about ¼ cup of rolled oats to help thicken the smoothie like vegan protein does. Note: Protein powder also helps to sweeten the smoothie, so if you are not using protein powder, be sure to add some honey or maple syrup to help sweeten the smoothie slightly.
- Dairy free milk or water – use any kind of dairy free milk you have on hand, or you can use water for this pineapple blueberry smoothie. To keep this recipe vegan and dairy free, you can use almond milk, oat milk, cashew milk, coconut milk (in the carton or in the can), flax milk, etc. If you are not dairy free, feel free to use regular milk here.
- Chia seeds – chia seeds are a great source of fiber and help to make the smoothie super filling. Chia seeds absorb liquid and help to thicken the smoothie. If you don’t have chia seeds, you could use ground flax seeds. Note if you don’t have a super strong blender, I recommend buying chia protein, which is just finely ground chia seeds that easily mix into your smoothie.
How to make pineapple blueberry smoothie
- Measure out the ingredients into a high-speed blender in the order listed.
- Blend on high (about 1 minute) until smooth.
Top tips
- Be sure to use frozen fruit in the smoothie for the best texture and creamy consistency. If you want to use fresh fruit, be sure to add about 1 cup of ice and reduce the dairy free milk or water to 3/4 cup.
- Use any berries that you have on hand for this smoothie. If you don’t have blueberries, you can use strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, or even dark sweet cherries.
- The protein powder in this smoothie helps to thicken it slightly and sweeten it a bit. If you are not using a sweetened protein powder, I recommend adding 1-2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup (or 1 or 2 pitted dates). Also, if you are using a whey based protein or collagen peptides, you can add some oats (about 1/4 cup) to help thicken the smoothie or use less water/milk. Learn more about the best protein powders for smoothies.
Other additions
- Sweetness – Add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup, 1-2 dates (pitted) or a banana for sweetness
- Veggies – Add 1/2 cup of frozen cauliflower, spinach, kale, carrots or steamed beets
- Creaminess – Add 1/2 avocado, 1/4 cup oats, nuts or seeds, coconut milk (canned) or coconut butter.
- Spices – cinnamon, ground ginger
Topping ideas
This blueberry pineapple smoothie is thick and creamy and great as a smoothie or made into a smoothie bowl. If you want to make a smoothie bowl, some great toppings include:
- Fresh fruit: Pineapple, mango, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, cherries
- Granola or cereal – such as this homemade 4 ingredient granola.
- Coconut flakes
- Chopped nuts
- Nut butter
- Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
Common questions
Can you use fresh fruit in this smoothie?
Yes you can use fresh fruit in this blueberry and pineapple smoothie but I recommend adding ice to the smoothie if you aren’t using at least one frozen fruit. Add 1/2-1 cup ice to the smoothie to help thicken it and make it super cold and refreshing.
You can also freeze fresh fruit to use later in smoothies if you have extra on hand.
How to make smoothies more filling
To make smoothies more filling you can add healthy fats, more protein or fiber.
- Fiber – you can add about ½ cup of veggies (frozen cauliflower, spinach, kale, zucchini, beets, carrots) or ¼ – ½ cup of rolled oats.
- Protein – this smoothie already has a good amount of protein from the protein powder but you can increase it more by adding hemp hearts, collagen peptides (not vegan), or almond butter powder. Be sure to check out all my favorite ways to add protein to smoothies.
- Healthy fats – healthy fats can help to really make a smoothie more satisfying. Coconut butter, canned coconut milk or coconut flakes would be so good with the tropical flavors from the pineapple. Other good options would be tahini, sunbutter, cashew butter, cashews, almonds or avocado.
Note: adding more ingredients to the smoothie may require more milk or water. Start with 1/4 of a cup.
This smoothie is thick, creamy and filling as it is full of delicious pineapple, berries and chia seeds which are packed full of fiber. Additionally, the protein powder in this smoothie will add a good amount of protein to help keep you full.
What fruits blend well with pineapple?
Pineapple is delicious with pretty much any fruit combination you can think of but its flavor really comes out when paired with other tropical fruits. Be sure to try pineapple with tropical fruits such as mango, banana, oranges, coconut, dragon fruit , or passion fruit.
Can you eat pineapple and blueberries together?
Yes! Pineapple and blueberries are said to be a power fruit combo because they taste delicious and complement each other on nutritional benefits.
What are the benefits of pineapple smoothie?
Pineapples contains high amounts of vitamin C and also has enzymes that help reduce gut inflammation and increases immune function while the blueberries are loaded with antioxidants and vitamins A, C and E.
This pineapple blueberry smoothie is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients. The chia seeds in this smoothie add an excellent source of fiber that promotes intestinal health and keeps you feeling full and satisfied longer while the protein is full of amino acids that help you build muscle and repair tissue.
Can you prep this tropical blueberry smoothie in advance?
Yes, you can prep this smoothie up to 24 hours in advance and keep it in the fridge in an airtight cup or container. Enjoy right out of the fridge or blend it up with a few cubes of ice to make it ice cold before enjoying.
You can also make freezer prep bags to prep this smoothie even further in advance. Simply measure out all the ingredients (except the liquid) into a freezer safe bag or container. When you are ready to make the smoothie, just dump everything into the blender, add the liquid and blend. No measuring required.
Storing leftovers
- Fridge – You can store any leftover smoothie in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Freezer – Freeze leftover pineapple blueberry smoothie in the freezer for up to a month once blended up. You can pour any leftover smoothie into an ice cube mold or into a Soupercube mold to freeze. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer safe bag or container (I like to use Stasher bags for this). When you are ready to enjoy, you can blend the cubes into a different smoothie for more flavor or blend the cubes together with milk for a quick smoothie without any added ingredients.
Substitutions
- Blueberries – you can use fresh or frozen blueberries or substitute them with strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, dark sweet cherries or even mango in place of the blueberries.
- Pineapple – you can use mango or banana in place of the pineapple for a tropical smoothie flavor.
- Protein powder – if you don’t have protein powder, you an add ¼ cup of rolled oats plus 1-2 tablespoons of honey, maple syrup or 1-2 pitted medjool dates.
- Chia seeds – you can use ground flax seeds in this smoothie to replace the chia seeds. You can also use ground chia seeds (sometimes labeled chia protein) in place of the chia seeds. If you don’t have chia seeds or a replacement, you can simply omit them.
- Water or dairy free milk – use whatever milk you have on hand or you can use water or even coconut water in place of the milk.
If you love protein fruit smoothies, be sure to try
- Oatmeal Blackberry Smoothie
- Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie
- Blackberry Mango Smoothie
- Raspberry Blackberry Smoothie
Pineapple Blueberry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pineapple
- 1/2 cup Blueberries
- 1 cup Water
- 1 Vanilla Vegan Protein Powder
- 1 tbsp Chia Seeds
Instructions
- Start by measuring out the ingredients into a blender in the order listed.
- Blend on high until smooth.
Equipment
Notes
- Be sure to use frozen fruit in the smoothie for the best texture and creamy consistency. If you want to use fresh fruit, be sure to add about 1 cup of ice and reduce the dairy free milk or water to 3/4 cup.
- Use any berries that you have on hand for this smoothie. If you don’t have blueberries, you can use strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, or even dark sweet cherries.
- The protein powder in this smoothie helps to thicken it slightly and sweeten it a bit. If you are not using a sweetened protein powder, I recommend adding 1-2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup (or 1 or 2 pitted dates). Also, if you are using a whey based protein or collagen peptides, you can add some oats (about 1/4 cup) to help thicken the smoothie or use less water/milk.
