Tropical Paradise Recipe
Banana, blueberries, pineapple, coconut, pineapple juice, granola, and honey.
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Ingredients
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Smoothie Base
Toppings
Method
Smoothie Base
Prepare fruit
Peel the banana and break it into chunks. If using fresh blueberries and pineapple, rinse blueberries and drain; cut fresh pineapple into small chunks so it blends easily. If using frozen fruit, there's no need to thaw.
Load blender
Add banana chunks to the blender first, then add blueberries and pineapple chunks. Spoon in the Greek yogurt if using, sprinkle in the shredded coconut, and pour in the pineapple juice.
Sweeten and chill
Add the honey and ice. The ice amount can be adjusted for desired thickness; use less ice for a looser pourable smoothie, more for a thick, spoonable texture.
Blend
Secure the lid and blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 30–60 seconds depending on blender power. Stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula if large fruit pieces remain, then blend again briefly.
Adjust consistency and flavor
Taste the smoothie and add more honey if extra sweetness is desired (add in 1/2 tsp increments). If too thick, add 2–4 tablespoons pineapple juice and blend briefly to loosen.
Assemble & Serve
Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over the granola and fruits for added texture and a coconut aroma.
Serve immediately with a spoon and/or straw so the granola stays slightly crunchy. If preparing ahead, store the smoothie (without granola) in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours and add granola just before serving.