Dragon fruit: the exotic, vibrant fruit that looks like it’s straight out of a sci-fi movie. But guess what? It’s real, and it tastes just as amazing as it looks. This dragon fruit smoothie recipe combines the dragon fruit’s subtle sweetness with creamy goodness for a drink that’s as healthy as it is Instagrammable. No need to jump through hoops to make it; all you need is a blender and a few simple ingredients. So, if you want to sip on something that looks and feels like a tropical paradise, keep reading.
Dragon Fruit Smoothie Recipe
This dragon fruit smoothie blends the striking pink fruit with coconut milk and other healthy ingredients to create a creamy, refreshing drink.
Ingredients
- Dragon fruit fresh or frozen: 1/2 fruit
- Banana fresh or frozen: 1/2 banana
- Coconut milk: 1/4 cup
- Honey or sweetener: 1 tablespoon optional
- Ice cubes: 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit: Peel and chop the dragon fruit and banana into chunks.
- Add to blender: Put the dragon fruit, banana, and coconut milk in the blender.
- Sweeten: Add honey or sweetener for extra sweetness.
- Blend: Process until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Pour into a glass and enjoy the vibrant tropical goodness.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 60%
- Vitamin A: 5%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 4%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For an extra tropical kick, try adding pineapple or mango.
- Use frozen fruit to make the smoothie thicker and colder.
- Swap coconut milk for almond or oat milk if you want a different flavor.
