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
- Place all ingredients in the blender in the order listed–pineapple, banana, spinach, orange juice, vanilla, and collagen.
- Cover and blend until completely smooth, adding a few tablespoons of water as needed to help it blend.
- 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.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie, Breakfast, Drinks
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: American