Tropical Smoothies

These smoothies are one of the tastiest and healthiest low-fat break

© Stephanie Gallagher

Nov 14, 2006
Chunks of pineapple, banana and coconut are blended together in this low fat kid-friendly smoothie recipe.

Naturally sweet, this is one of my favorite smoothie recipes because it's quick and easy, and the kids love it.

Tropical Smoothies

  • 1 cup sliced banana
  • 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
  • 2/3 cup orange juice
  • 2 Tbsp. sweetened flaked coconut
  • 1/2 cup low fat silken tofu
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Put sliced banana in a ziploc bag and freeze until firm, about 2 hours. Put ingredients in a regular or VitaMix blender or food processor in order shown and blend until well combined.

Serves 2.

Per serving: 231 calories, 5 g fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 99 mg sodium, 43 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 6 g protein, 4% Vitamin A, 92% Vitamin C, 5% calcium, 7% iron.

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