This cucumber pineapple smoothie is a creamy delicious drink made full of "good-for-you" ingredients. It's my latest favorite way to pack lots of goodness into a drink. Perfect for a hot summer day!
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Why this recipe
Are you a smoothie lover? If you are, you should try a different version with cucumber! Cucumber along with other hand-picked ingredients listed here will make a great tasting smoothie that will keep you energized throughout the day!
Cucumbers are important to add to your diet because they're 95% water and naturally detoxify your body. Being rich in Vitamins A, B, and C, it's an easy way to rejuvenate after a hard workout or a yoga session. Read here to see the health benefits of cucumber.
Enjoy the cucumber and pineapple smoothie for breakfast or sip it down slowly throughout the day if you plan to reduce solid food intake.
Ingredients Note
Cucumber: Any type of cucumber works for this recipe. If you are buying organic, you can leave the skin on. If not, be sure to peel the skin before adding it to the smoothie.
Pineapple: Use fresh or frozen pineapple. Frozen pineapple will give you a nice texture and also a cold smoothie.
Ginger: This helps in aiding digestion and as an anti-inflammatory. Just peel the skin of the ginger and add to the smoothies.
Mint leaves: The addition of mint leaves also helps in digestion and gives a nice aroma to the smoothie. If you feel a little discomfort in the throat because of pineapple, mint leaves help to avoid that too.
Apple: The addition of apple is optional but it gives body to the smoothie.
Liquid: Use cold water or coconut water or any type of fresh juice. I used water for my recipe, but if you need a sweet note in the smoothie, add a mildly sweet juice like grape juice.
How to make this recipe
Peel the skin of the cucumber and chop/slice it. Chop the pineapple pieces and apple. Peel the skin of ginger.
Now add them one by one to the blender and blend them to prepare your smoothie. I used Blendtec blender in smoothie mode.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy it immediately to get the best out of all the ingredients!
Recipe FAQ's
Yes, Cucumbers and pineapple are the perfect combinations to help you to reduce weight. But I am not an expert in that area, so I prefer you to check with your doctor before you do anything.
Yes, you can use frozen pineapple. In fact, frozen pineapples give a better texture to your smoothie. If you are using canned pineapples, be sure not to use the syrup as it tends to be too sweet.
Adding a few mint leaves to the smoothies will not taste bad. If you are sensitive to pineapples, mint leaves help in easing that too.
Expert tips
- Always drink the smoothie immediately especially if you add apples.
- You can skip the apples and add any of your favorite choice of fruits.
- If you like to add cucumber with skin to the smoothie, be sure to use organic cucumber.
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📖 Recipe
Cucumber Pineapple Smoothie
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen or fresh pineapple
- 1 cup cubed cucumber
- 10-15 mint leaves - spearmint
- 1- inch ginger
- 1 apple
- 1 cup water or fresh juice
Instructions
- Peel the skin of the cucumber and chop/slice it. Chop the pineapple pieces and apple. Peel the skin of ginger.
- Now add them one by one to the blender and blend them to prepare your smoothie. I used Blendtec blender in smoothie mode.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy it immediately to get the best out of all the ingredients!
Notes
- Always drink the smoothie immediately especially if you add apples.
- You can skip the apples and add any of your favorite choice of fruits.
- If you like to add cucumber with skin to the smoothie, be sure to use organic cucumber.
YOUR OWN NOTES
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimation only.
Nicky says
Tried it without the ginger. It was very refreshing and delicious.
Uma Raghupathi says
Thank you, Nicky!
Indianfoods says
Thanks for perfect refreshing drink in this summer. Pineapple, cucumber,
& mint, perfect flavor & reduce the body temperature.
Foods!
Aditi Bahl says
I couldn't imagine that cucumber and pineapple could taste so lovely together. Tried this recipe and totally in love with this combo.
Kate says
Many thanks for sharing this smoothie recipe. I love the combination. So I will certainly try this in the near future.
Moop Brown says
This smoothie seems so refreshing and perfect for summer also! Seems like a great dish to start the day off with also.
Marisa F Stewart says
When the weather is scorching hot I just don't feel like eating. Nothing sounds good except something cold. This smoothie is the ideal solution. I tried it out this week and not only did it satisfy my hunger but also my thirst. I'll be sure to keep the ingredients on hand.
Loreto's and Nicoletta says
We love our smoothies, they are easy, delicious and so good gor you! I love the cucumbers 🥒 in there, your right perfect flavors and freshness for summer. Thanks for sharing!
Nicole Washington says
This smoothie looks very refreshing and healthy.
Leslie says
This is the perfect smoothie recipe. It's fresh and has the perfect flavors for a refreshing smoothie!
Tammy says
I love the combo of pineapple and cucumber...sounds super refreshing and delicious!
Diane Jefferson says
I can't wait to try! Great Combination of flavors 🤤
Allyssa says
Thanks a lot for sharing this super amazing cucumber pineapple smoothie! It's tasty and really easy to make! Loved it!
veenaazmanov says
Cooling and refreshing and perfect for the Summers. Love the combination of pineapple,Cucumber, Ginger, Mint and the fruit juices too.