Written by: Lindsay Sibson
Forget about life giving you lemons… what you really want to get is a ripe and juicy pineapple!
What is there not to love about pineapple? It’s oh-so tasty and versatile. Let’s take a closer look at just how great this tropical fruit is…
How To Be A PINEAPPLE:
Stand tall, wear a crown and be sweet on the inside.
How To Eat A Pineapple:
Turn into a sweet and soothing Pina Colada Protein Smoothie.
Yummmmm! That sounds like pineapple perfection.
Aside from whisking you away to your own tasty tropical island, this hydrating smoothie provides your body with:
- 20 grams of plant-based protein (Organifi Protein Powder)
- 5 essential electrolytes: calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium and sodium (coconut)
- Vitamin A, magnesium, folate, copper and phosphorus (zucchini)
- Healthy digestion, colon cleansing and inflammation reduction (pineapple)
- Vitamin C and potassium, which are great for your nerve and muscle function (banana)
Pina Colada Protein Smoothie
Makes approx. 16-24 oz.
Ingredients:
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ frozen small zucchini
- 1 ½ tbsp coconut oil
- 1 cup pineapple
- ¾ cup coconut milk
- ¾ cup water
- 1 scoop Organifi Protein Powder
- Handful of ice
Instructions: Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Enjoy!
Go ahead and grab yourself a tiny drink umbrella and a fresh slice of pineapple, because this summery smoothie calls for a *relaxing* celebration!
Organifi Complete Protein is our very own VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, ORGANIC protein powder that doubles as a multivitamin! It’s creamy and delicious. Getting enough daily protein has been shown to help support weight loss, muscle tone, improve immunity and boost energy. Get your bottle here.
About The Author
Lindsay Sibson turned her lifelong dream of traveling the world into a reality when she first stepped on a plan in April of 2014. With the simple intention of learning more about this beautiful world, she stepped away from corporate America to explore an alternative lifestyle of long term international travel, volunteering, blogging and pursuing a blissfully happy and fulfilling way of life.