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A refreshing and tropical pineapple smoothie layered with natural colors and flavors, featuring dairy-free milk, soft pears for sweetness, and optional vibrant pink and yellow layers using raspberries and turmeric.
- Author: Isla
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tropical, Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Pineapple Smoothie Base
- 3 cups pineapple, frozen
- 1 ¼ cup dairy-free milk (such as cartoned coconut milk, add more if needed)
- 2 fresh soft pears, cored and peeled or not, about 1 cup chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ to 1 teaspoon celery seeds
Pink Layer
- ½ cup pineapple smoothie
- ¼ cup raspberries
Yellow Layer
- ¼ cup pineapple smoothie
- Pinch turmeric powder
Toppings (Optional)
- Fresh coconut yogurt
- Shredded coconut
- Prepare Pineapple Smoothie Base: Blend the frozen pineapple, dairy-free milk, soft pears, lemon juice, and celery seeds together until the mixture is frosty smooth.
- Make Pink Layer: Take about ½ cup of the pineapple smoothie and blend or muddle it together with raspberries to achieve a bright pink color and fruity flavor.
- Make Yellow Layer: Remove ¼ cup of the pineapple smoothie and stir in a pinch of turmeric powder to create a vibrant yellow layer.
- Layer the Smoothie: Pour the yellow layer into the serving glass first, followed by the plain and pink smoothie layers to create a beautiful, colorful layered effect.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh coconut yogurt and shredded coconut for a tropical flair, then serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use cartoned coconut milk found in the dairy section for the best tropical flavor, as canned coconut milk can be overpowering.
- Sweeten the smoothie naturally with soft pears; avoid using hard, green pears.
- Alternative sweeteners include banana or 1 cup of green grapes.
- Turmeric powder adds color and a subtle earthiness, use sparingly to avoid altering the taste too much.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the layered colors and fresh flavors.
Keywords: pineapple smoothie, layered smoothie, tropical smoothie, dairy-free smoothie, vegan smoothie, healthy beverage