Pineapple Smoothie
Welp, we are back to more “normal” weather for this time of year.
Back down to the low 50s instead of the low 80s. It was SO nice having a taste of the warm weather though.
I mean the fact that we have had little to no snow this season? Kinda makes me want to cry, but I would much rather it be nice outside than have it be cold with no snow.
I know sounds weird right? But…
What is the fun of it being super cold out if there is no snow to play in? I would much rather there be pretty snow to look at or play in than just have it frigid outside.
My snowboarding suffered BIG time this season. BLAH!
So I have been telling you all that I have been trying to integrate more protein into my diet. I have been doing better!
I have been having a shake/smoothie almost every single day and if I don’t I try to substitute it with something else like a Greek yogurt or a Luna bar. 
Granted those substitutions don’t get me anywhere close to what I would be with a smoothie (1 smoothie with skim milk = 25g protein!); at least it is something right?
Did you know that the average woman aging from 25-40 years old should be getting somewhere between 46-50g of protein A DAY! That’s right a day!
OK, so being someone who does not eat meat that often? That is actually pretty tough. Think about it. Do you get that much protein in your diet?
AND on top of that, because I am so active…I need even MORE protein.
Sheesh…
So much to think about as you get older. Seems strange for a 27 year old to be talking to you about protein huh? haha
Well the reason I bring it up is because my doctor told me I needed to get more protein in my diet. Being my normal self, yea yea no problem.
When I started to look into it I noticed how much protein I actually don’t eat in a day. When it comes to veggies and fruit? Forget about it, if anything I go OVER the daily needs for those.
Have you ever tracked your protein? It might be surprising like it was for me too!
AND HEY! If you aren’t getting enough? This smoothie will help you out!
Ingredients for Smoothie:
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 small apple
- 1/2 cup organic orange juice
- 1/4 cup skim milk
- 1 tablespoon milled flax seed
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder
- 1 teaspoon of organic Agave nectar
- 1/2 cup ice
- Add water for wanted consistency
Toss all the ingredients in a blender and BAM, smoothie time! So easy huh? I love how easy making smoothies is.
I am sure a lot of you are like me with being pretty busy during the week so anything that ends up being quick to make and delicious to eat? I am ALL for it!
ANNNND guess what?? (No, not chicken butt Patrick)
A couple minutes and you have half the daily needs for your protein. SCORE!
That is really what gets me excited. Something SO simple helps me to get what I need daily. PLUS, most of the time when I make them…makes me feel like I am getting a treat. I normally use fruit so they are a bit sweeter. Man oh Man…winning left and right!
Have a good Monday everyone!
38 Comments
Tina@flourtrader
This is a creative blend here. I have yet to try apple and pineapple but by the looks of that smoothie, I sure need to-yum! Great that you are trying to get more protein into your diet in this manner, sometimes with hectic days it is hard to get all the nutrition you need. This is certainly the key to doing it. Have a great day!
RavieNomNoms
Yes it certainly is a good way to try and get the nutrition you need. I am really glad that I was able to start doing something so simple to get the daily allowance. 🙂
Have a great day!
Baker Street (@bakerstreet29)
Pineapple, apple and orange juice. I would like nothing more than to start my day with a big glass of this delicious smoothie.
RavieNomNoms
It definitely was one of the more tasty smoothies I have had. It had a great flavor!
themessybakerblog
Wow, this sounds delicious. I love the fruit combination you use in this smoothie.
RavieNomNoms
Thanks very much!! It was definitely a good combination!
Steph@stephsbitebybite
I think smoothies are the BEST way to get protein in! Because you can make them any flavor…and they tast ah-mazing! You don’t even realize you’re drinking something good for you 🙂 I have yet to try pineapple though…adding that to my list!
RavieNomNoms
I agree Steph! SOOO agree. You can make them any flavor you want, which is just the best part because the possibilities are endless! I hadn’t had pineapple either, but you just SOO have to. Noms!
Sandra (@SECooking)
Delicious Combination Raven!!! Love it!!!!
RavieNomNoms
Thanks Sandra!
Ramona
Well this looks like a perfect way to cool off… now or when it gets warm again. 🙂 I did not mind one bit the lack of snow and cold weather… I can deal with more winters like this. 🙂
RavieNomNoms
Haha, yea most people are on the same page as you Ramona, they don’t mind one bit that we had very little to no snow ;-).
Tya @ Note Etc.
that smoothie seems complete the all proteins that you need, I’m not often eating meat too, rarely actually, but I use substitute it with tempeh, many research said that tempeh has much protein than meat, but sometime I got bored with it too, so I will give it a try your smoothy to add protein and refreshing my day, bookmark it
cheers
RavieNomNoms
Oh good point, I wouldn’t have thought about tempeh. It is always nice to keep things different right? Same old same old, gets dull. Thanks for visiting!
Hester aka The Chef Doc
Yum! I love pineapple anything 🙂 That’s funny that your bring up protein because I brought up protein in the post I wrote today, too! Except I talked about denaturing proteins, lol. You have a great week!
RavieNomNoms
Yes to pineapple anything! Like minds think alike 😉
Have a lovely week my dear!
Choc Chip Uru
Your smoothie looks beautifully refreshing – who can resist the sweet tanginess of pineapple 😀
Yum!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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RavieNomNoms
Amen to that! Great description!
Jackie
I JUST saw pineapples for the first time at the market! SO excited to start using them again. This totally reminds me of Costa Rica.
RavieNomNoms
I’m glad I could bring you a reminder of Costa Rica! 🙂
emmajeanne16
This smoothie looks delicious. Love this for an early morning pick me up, especially with all of the extra healthy add ins. I think the normal weather now feels so cold after the hot blast. I guess it was nice to have a taste but now it seems worst to be normal again.
RavieNomNoms
It would be a fabulous early morning pick me up! I agree, the normal weather does feel cold after the warmer weather!
Emily @ Life on Food
This looks like a great smoothie. A great early morning pick me up especially with all of the extra healthy add ins. The normal weather now feels so much colder after having the hot blast.
juanitascocina
Yes please!
I’m not a smoothie person. Until now…
And now I just updated my grocery list. 😀
RavieNomNoms
I hope you enjoy it!!
Kiri W.
I am on such a smoothie high currently! But pineapple – brrr, my arch nemesis! Looks like a great healthy smoothie, though!
RavieNomNoms
Oh my! I think that you might very well be the first person I have met that doesn’t like pineapple! Well just add another fruit and it would be just as good!
Stephanie
This is such a refreshing smoothie! Love pineapple and I don’t think I’ve had it in a smoothie yet!
RavieNomNoms
Thank you Stephanie! This was my first pineapple smoothie experience and it was delish
sprint2thetable
I’m always watching my protein intake too. The daily protein shake is a must for me. I’m a huge pineapple fan – usually with avocado to give it a creamy texture. I’ll have to try the combo with apple next. That sounds awesome!
RavieNomNoms
You watch you protein intake? Neeever! 😉
I would never have thought to add avocado! I eben put some slices in the freezer like you advised! Will have to try that next
RavieNomNoms
You watch your protein intake? Neeever! 😉
I would never have thought to add avocado! I eben put some slices in the freezer like you advised! Will have to try that next
Viviane Bauquet Farre
Fantastic blend of flavors! The energy boost from something like this must be incredible (in the good sense!). Very clever with the avocado…!
Amy @ FragrantVanillaCake
This smoothie sounds delicious! I love that you have added extra nutrition besides the fruit as well for an energy boost!
CArolyn
Wasn’t that warm weather insane??? The strangest thing in the middle of March, but not unwelcome. YOur smoothie wouldn’t be unwelcome either 😉
RavieNomNoms
It WAS insane. I got too used to it and then it was just gone. Hate that! haha
TastefullyJulie
I always put ground flax seed in my smoothies! It’s such an easy way to get a little extra nutrition into my kids.
Amber
I love smoothies, and this one looks fantastic! Also, I completely agree about the weather. If it’s freezing cold there may as well be some snow on the ground! I love skiing!