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Published August 6, 2013 | Last Updated February 2, 2022 By Barbara Bianchi 8 Comments

Tropical Smoothie

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This tropical smoothie is made with pineapple, frozen banana, apple and coconut oil (for a healthy boost). I think you’ll love it.

tropical smoothie

You will enjoy the wonderful flavor of this tropical smoothie as you sip and imagine yourself on a tropical island. I add a tablespoon of warm liquid coconut oil for a healthy boost.

Is coconut oil good for you?

My husband, John, loves coconut, and I love the many health benefits of coconut oil: strengthening the immune system, preventing heart disease, improving digestion, and contributing to healthy skin (to name just a few!).

My daughter, Nicole, has used coconut oil with great success for moisturizing dry skin during the winter months.

But coconut oil works even better when taken internally. Smoothies are the perfect way to add a little coconut oil to your diet, and they’re super-easy to prepare.

Have you tried this super oil?

Let me show you how easy it is to make this smoothie.

Instructions

*Free printable recipe card is available at the end of the post.

Just place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid. 

Then set the Vitamix to the pre-programmed Smoothie setting and start the machine. It will automatically shut off once the cycle is complete.
 
And that’s it. Easy peasy.
 
I hope you enjoy your tropical smoothie.

More healthy smoothies

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Radiant Skin Smoothie (With Chia Seeds) – You’ll love this green smoothie. It’s made in your super blender including berries, greens, celery, apple and chia seeds which promote radiant skin.

Strawberry And Yogurt Smoothie – This smoothie is a healthy treat rather than treats with empty calories.

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Tropical Smoothie

Tropical Smoothie with pineapple, frozen banana, apple and coconut oil (for a healthy boost). Sip and imagine yourself on a tropical island.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword easy healthy smoothie recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 3
Author Barbara Bianchi

Equipment

Vitamix

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pineapple
  • 1 apple
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into Vitamix container in order listed and secure lid.
  • Set Vitamix to pre-programmed Smoothie setting and start machine. It will automatically shut off once cycle is complete. Yields 3 cups

Notes

I recommend organic produce free of chemicals and pesticides, whenever possible.
did you make this recipe? We want to see! Take a pic, and tag @glutenfreehomestead on Instagram.
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Comments

  1. Suzi Shumaker says

    August 12, 2013 at 1:03 am

    Thanks for the great recipe suggestion – I love my vitamix! I’ve been using it since my now 11-year-old was a baby – and he still loves his daily smoothie!

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      August 13, 2013 at 4:28 pm

      Thanks, Suzi,
      I’ve been juicing for many years, but I only got my Vitamix about a year ago. I love it.

      Reply
  2. Mike Gardner - The Time Doctor says

    August 12, 2013 at 1:26 am

    Great recipe, have forwarded to my sons girlfriend, she will appreciate it

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      August 13, 2013 at 4:29 pm

      Thank you. I hope she does.

      Reply
  3. Peggy Nolan says

    August 12, 2013 at 6:55 am

    This looks absolutely delicious!

    Thanks,
    Peggy (from UBC)

    ***
    Peggy Nolan
    http://thestepmomstoolbox.com

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      August 13, 2013 at 4:32 pm

      Thanks, Peggy.

      Reply
  4. Kebba Buckley Button says

    July 12, 2014 at 7:06 pm

    Barbara, sounds delicious and refreshing! I think I’ll go make myself one :-).

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      July 12, 2014 at 8:58 pm

      Enjoy your smoothie and your weekend. 🙂

      Reply

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