• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • about
  • Contact
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube

One Lovely Life

  • Recipes
  • lovely living
    • Books
    • favorite things
    • Kids and Family
    • Travel
    • Disney
  • subscribe

Healthy Pineapple Julius Smoothie (Paleo or Vegan!)

Dairy FreeGluten FreePaleoVegan
Jump to Recipe

July 22, 2019 | Leave a Comment |This post contains affiliate links.

Pineapple Julius Smoothie – This tropical twist on an orange Julius adds fresh or frozen pineapple, plus a few extra boosts to make this the perfect healthy breakfast or snack! (Paleo or Vegan)

Two glasses of Pineapple Julius Smoothie from One Lovely Life

Here’s the thing: My kids still don’t love vegetables.

We serve them every single day (usually at least at lunch and dinner), and every single day, they’re disappointed I’m still putting them out. But there’s one glorious, delicious way my kids WILL eat green vegetables: SMOOTHIES!

We’ve made this Pineapple Julius Smoothie every morning for the last THREE weeks and my (veggie averse!) kids are still begging for it every morning. It’s creamy, dreamy texture, bright citrusy flavor, and that sweet hint of vanilla make this healthy green smoothie a winner every time.

Ingredients for Pineapple Julius Smoothie from One Lovely Life Ingredients for Pineapple Julius Smoothie in a blender

WHAT’S IN A PINEAPPLE JULIUS SMOOTHIE?

A Pineapple Julius Smoothie (or Pineapple Orange Julius Smoothie) takes the classic orange julius ingredients and gives them a tropical twist. The end result has that creamy, bright flavor and kiss of vanilla you’re looking for, plus a few extra boosts of nutrition. Here’s what’s in ours:

FROZEN PINEAPPLE. Frozen pineapple makes up the base of the smoothie, giving it a frosty texture and a nice, bright flavor that’s the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.

HALF A RIPE BANANA. Banana adds natural sweetness and creaminess that’s key in an orange Julius. We only use half a banana, so it doesn’t overpower the punchy pineapple and orange flavors, but if you don’t like or tolerate banana, you can use 1/2 cup mango instead.

SPINACH. LOTS OF SPINACH. Pineapple Julius can take a LOT of spinach without impacting the flavor. It’s a miracle! We usually use at least 1.5-2 cups of spinach, but I’ve even gotten away with more. I just grab a few generous handfuls, and we watch the blender makes them disappear like magic.

ORANGE JUICE. The orange Julius recipe I grew up on used orange juice concentrate and a hefty amount of sugar. The pineapple and banana make this version sweet enough you can skip added sugar and use regular orange juice instead of concentrate. We like Simply Orange with pulp, but use whatever you love.

VANILLA. The magic ingredient! Somehow, a tiny 1/2 teaspoon or so of vanilla gives this an almost dessert-like quality we all crave.

COLLAGEN (OR VEGAN PROTEIN POWDER). We balance out the composition of the smoothie a bit here by adding some protein. Collagen is our go-to. It’s flavorless and non-dairy, but isn’t vegan. (For a vegan option, sub 1-2 Tbsp. vegan protein powder, hemp hearts or ground flax.)

Close up view of Pineapple Julius Smoothie from One Lovely Life Close view of two glasses of Pineapple Julius Smoothie from One Lovely Life

NOTES + TIPS FOR THE PERFECT PINEAPPLE JULIUS SMOOTHIE:

TIPS FOR PICKY EATERS. I have VERY picky eaters at my house, so I get it! This pineapple Julius smoothie is a great place to start since it’s super kid friendly. If your kids are nervous about green smoothies…

  • PICK A FUN NAME. Hulk Smoothies, Jedi Juice, Monster Smoothies, etc.
  • START SMALL with the spinach and work your way up.
  • TRY AN OPAQUE CUP. It’s amazing what kids’ll try when it’s in an opaque cup! We have these and love them.

THE BLENDER WE LOVE. We got this this Blendtec blender 6 years ago and more than 1500 blends into using it (there’s a counter!), it’s still going strong. I love ours!

DON’T HAVE A HIGH-SPEED BLENDER? Try blending your juice and greens together before adding the pineapple, banana, etc. It’ll give you a smoother end result!

SWAPS AND SUBSTITUTIONS. The biggest swap I get asked about is bananas. I know they’re polarizing! If you’re not into bananas, swap 1/2 cup or so of mango instead of the banana. It’s yummy! You can also try other greens if you prefer, like kale or chard.

Pineapple Julius Smoothies from One Lovely Life

SMOOTHIE LOVER? I BET YOU’D LIKE:

  • Chocolate Cherry Smoothie
  • Pineapple Peach Perfection Smoothie
  • Peach Mango Bliss Smoothie
  • How to Make Acai Bowls
  • Our Best Healthy Smoothie Popsicles
Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Two glasses of Pineapple Julius Smoothie from One Lovely Life

Pineapple Julius Smoothie (Paleo or Vegan!)


  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 cups smoothie (2 large or 4 small smoothies) 1x
Print Recipe
Pin Recipe

Description

This tropical twist on an orange julius adds fresh or frozen pineapple, plus a few extra smoothie boosts to make this the perfect healthy breakfast or healthy snack!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups frozen or fresh diced pineapple
  • 1/2 ripe banana (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 1/2 – 2 cups spinach or baby spinach
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 Scoops collagen protein (see notes for vegan options)
  • Water as needed, to blend

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients in the blender in the order listed–pineapple, banana, spinach, orange juice, vanilla, and collagen.
  2. Cover and blend until completely smooth, adding a few tablespoons of water as needed to help it blend.
  3. Pour into glasses and serve!

Notes

*If using fresh fruit instead of frozen, consider adding 1 cup ice to the smoothie to give it that icy texture you look for in an orange Julius.

FOR VEGAN: Swap collagen protein for vegan protein powder, or 1-2 Tbsp hemp seeds, ground flax, or chia seeds.

  • Category: Smoothie, Breakfast, Drinks
  • Method: Blender
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: pineapple smoothie, orange julius, pineapple orange julius, pineapple Julius

Did you make this recipe?

Tag @onelovelylife1 on Instagram and hashtag it #onelovelyrecipe

Pineapple Orange Julius Smoothie from One Lovely Life Collage of images of Pineapple Julius Smoothie from One Lovely Life

Filed Under: Breakfast & Brunch, Dairy Free, Drinks, Gluten Free, Paleo, Smoothies, Snacks, Vegan

Reader Interactions

Previous Post Chili Roasted Zucchini (Paleo, Vegan & Whole30)
Next Post 3 Delicious Ways to Make Flavored Almond Butter (With Video!)

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published.

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

about emily

Hi, I’m Emily! I create fresh, flexible family recipes to help you feel more confident in the kitchen. Whether you’ve got picky eaters, food allergies/intolerances to navigate, or just a serious craving to satisfy, I want to help you eat delicious, gorgeous meals without a lot of fuss.

let’s be friends

more about emily

Simplify Your Weekly Meal Plan With Our Free Mini-Course!

Learn how to DIY delicious meal plans in minutes to make meal planning a breeze.  

One Lovely Life will use the information you provide to be in touch with you & provide email updates.

join the lovely list + never miss a recipe

get recipes + tips + favorites + more by signing up below

Footer

  • Favorite Things
  • Our Home
  • Kids and Family
  • Travel
  • Disclosures
  • Privacy Policy
  • about
  • Contact

follow along on instagram!

Gluten-Free Lemon Cupcakes With Lemon Frosting (Da Gluten-Free Lemon Cupcakes With Lemon Frosting (Dairy-Free Friendly!). Monday seems like a good day for cupcakes, yes? These Gluten-Free Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Frosting are PERFECT for Easter this coming weekend, or make birthdays and celebrations even more special.
.
If you watch the video, you'll see you don't even need a ton of fancy skills to make them look extra beautiful. I'm sharing the full recipe + all my best decorating tips and tricks (whether you have a piping bag or not!) and more in today's post.

Tap @onelovelylife1 then tap the link in my bio to get to the recipe.

https://www.onelovelylife.com/gluten-free-lemon-cupcakes/

#OneLovelyRecipe #LemonCupcakes #GlutenFreeCupcakes #GlutenFreeBaking #EasterDessert #GlutenFreeCake #FeedFeed #KingArthurBaking #ChosenFoods #WholesomeSweet #RodelleVanilla #SimplyOrganic #LoveSprouts #DriscollsBerry #FinestBerries #CupcakeDecorating
Fudgy brownies + creamy mint frosting + chocolate Fudgy brownies + creamy mint frosting + chocolate ganache = AMAZING Gluten Free Mint Brownies that are perfect for St. Patrick's Day (or your next chocolate craving).
.
These yummy brownies are a polished take on an old classic, with each layer done *just* right. Use my quick gluten-free brownie recipe for the base or swap in your favorite boxed mix instead! (I've linked my favorite boxed mix in the post, too!)
.
Tap @onelovelylife1 then tap the link in my bio to get to the recipe. It's THE BEST!
.
https://www.onelovelylife.com/gluten-free-mint-brownies/
.
.
#OneLovelyRecipe #MintBrownies #GlutenFreeBrownies #GlutenFreeDessert #GlutenFreeDairyFree #GlutenFreeBaking #Brownies #WholesomeSweet #KingArthurBaking #Guittard #LoveSprouts #FeedFeed #StPatricksDayRecipe #ChocolateCraving
Does Taco Salad count for Taco Tuesday? It's one o Does Taco Salad count for Taco Tuesday? It's one of my favorites, and this Black Bean Taco Salad is a gorgeous vegetarian option that'll please even the most fervent meat eater. 
.
With a blend of colorful veggies, crispy tortilla strips, and a creamy dressing that’ll keep you coming back for more, it's absolutely worth adding to your menu this week!
.
To get the recipe and our favorite dressings to top it with, tap @onelovelylife1 then tap the link in my bio.
.
https://www.onelovelylife.com/black-bean-taco-salad/
.
.
#TacoSalad #TacoTuesday #MeatlessMonday #PlantBased #Meatless #HealthyDinner #AvocadoLove #GlutenFree #VegetarianDinner #Flexitarian #BlackBeans #FeedFeed #LoveSprouts #BushsBeans #SimplyOrganic #AvocadosFromMexico #MissionTortillas
🍓🥗It's *allllmost* officially spring, so I'm 🍓🥗It's *allllmost* officially spring, so I'm craving lighter, sunnier meals lately. This Strawberry Spinach Salad is one of our long-time favorites. It's a hybrid of the ones we grew up eating from our moms, made with a lighter dressing and finished with a few tasty details we LOVE.
.
I love that it's easy enough to serve on a weeknight as a side salad to your favorite main dish, but looks gorgeous at Easter brunch or Easter dinner, too! Want to turn it into a full meal? I've got ideas for that, too. 
.
Tap @onelovelylife1 then tap the link in my bio to get to the full recipe + more yummy mix-ins to try + our best tips for this super delicious Strawberry Spinach Salad.
.
https://www.onelovelylife.com/strawberry-spinach-salad/
.
.
#OneLovelyRecipe #StrawberrySpinachSalad #SideSalad #SaladRecipe #FinestBerries #Driscolls #FeedFeed #EasterRecipe #HealthyDinner #HealthyRecipe #GlutenFree #LoveSprouts #SpinachSalad #EatYourGreens #EarthboundFarm #SimplyOrganic #BHGFood #Paleo #PlantBased #WholesomeSweet #AvocadosFromMexico #EatTheRainbow🌈
These Raspberry Overnight Oats are the kind of rec These Raspberry Overnight Oats are the kind of recipe that's worth waking up for! Mix them up the night before and pop them in the fridge. Future you will thank you for it!
.
The recipe is super simple + with all our topping ideas you're bound to feel inspired and ready to dive in with a spoon!
.
Tap @onelovelylife1 then tap the link in my bio to get to the recipe + all our favorite toppings! https://www.onelovelylife.com/raspberry-overnight-oats/
.
.
#OneLovelyRecipe #OvernightOats #MealPrepBreakfast #GlutenFree #Vegan #HealthyBreakfast #FeedFeed #AlmondBreeze #BobsRedMill #Navitas #DriscollsBerry #FinestBerries #LoveSprouts #RodelleVanilla
🍍🥬🍹Could anyone else use a tropical pick- 🍍🥬🍹Could anyone else use a tropical pick-me-up on this Monday? This Pineapple Mint Smoothie's got what you need! Made with a handful of simple ingredients (+your favorite smoothie boosts), it tastes like a mocktail and sneaks in some greens while it's at it!
.
Get the full recipe + our favorite smoothie boosts to add on the blog today! Tap @onelovelylife1, then tap the link in my bio to get to the recipe.
.
https://www.onelovelylife.com/pineapple-mint-smoothie/
.
.
#onelovelyrecipe #pineapple #pineapplesmoothie #greensmoothie #kidfriendlysmoothie #kidfriendlyrecipe #healthybreakfast #healthysnack #feedfeed #earthboundorganic #lovesprouts #lovesprouts #thaikitchen #blendtec #stayvital #dole #glutenfree #plantbased #paleo #dairyfree #vegansmoothie
Back to Top

Copyright © 2021 • One Lovely Life • Privacy Policy

Design by Grace + Vine Studios

istisnasız her gün profesyonel sporlarla uğraşan sikiş yengesi bir süredir kapalı olan mekanlar yüzünden çok porno büyük sıkıntıya düşmüştür parası çok olan kadın porno özel bir eğitmen tutarak spora devam etmek istediğini sex söylediğinde yüzmeyi güneşlenmeyi ve bikini ile güneşin altında porno izle saatlerce uzanıp hiçbir şey yapmamayı çok seven porno izle sarışın kız evine çok uzakta olan sahil kesimine sex video gitmeye üşendiği için mahallesinin sonunda bulunan porno lüks villayı gözüne kestirerek kimsenin modern sex izle ve gelişmiş bir toplumun parçası olmak isteyen hd porno bir kafa yapısına sahip olan mature aşırı fazla porno bir modern yapısına evrilmiştir