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If you’re craving a smoothie that feels fun, fresh, and a little tropical, this dragon fruit smoothie delivers. It’s vibrant in color, lightly sweet, and incredibly refreshing—made with just a handful of simple ingredients that blend into a smooth, sippable treat.
Dragon fruit (also called pitaya) has a mild flavor, which makes it the perfect base for tropical smoothies. Paired with mango, pineapple, and a splash of lime juice, it creates a balanced blend that tastes bright and fruity without being overpowering.
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Why You’ll Love This Dragon Fruit Smoothie
This smoothie is all about simplicity and freshness. Frozen fruit keeps it cold and creamy without ice, almond milk provides a neutral base, and lime juice adds a subtle zing that brings everything to life. It’s light enough for a snack, refreshing after a workout, and pretty enough to feel like a treat.
It’s also a great option if you’re new to dragon fruit. The tropical fruits round out the flavor, so nothing tastes earthy or unfamiliar. Make sure to check out my dragon fruit smoothie bowl.
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Dragon Fruit Smoothie Ingredients
- Frozen dragon fruit: Creates the signature bright color and smooth texture.
- Frozen mango: Adds natural sweetness and creaminess.
- Frozen pineapple: Brings a juicy, tropical note that balances the blend.
- Almond milk: Keeps the smoothie light and dairy-free.
- Lime juice: A splash of citrus to brighten and sharpen the flavors.
Tip: Using frozen fruit gives you the best texture without watering the smoothie down.
Where to Buy Dragon Fruit?
You can find dragon fruit at most large grocery stores in the produce section, especially at places like Whole Foods, Safeway, Kroger, and Walmart. Asian and international markets often carry it year-round, and frozen dragon fruit cubes are commonly available in the freezer aisle. You can also order fresh or frozen dragon fruit online through grocery delivery services.
How to Make a Dragon Fruit Smoothie
Add the frozen dragon fruit, mango, and pineapple to your blender, followed by the almond milk and lime juice. Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more almond milk. Pour into a glass and enjoy right away for the freshest flavor and best color.
If your blender is struggling, check out the best blenders for smoothies and my how to make a smoothie guide.
Recipe Tips & Easy Swaps
- For extra staying power, add a scoop of plant-based protein powder or a tablespoon of chia seeds.
- Swap almond milk for coconut milk or cashew milk for a creamier texture.
- Add half a banana if you prefer a sweeter smoothie.
- Turn it into a smoothie bowl by using less liquid and topping with fresh fruit or granola.
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Dragon Fruit Smoothie
Ingredients
- ½ cup dragon fruit frozen cubed
- ¼ cup mango frozen
- ¼ cup pineapple frozen
- ¾ cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 serving homemade protein powder optional
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
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Notes
- Swap in 3/4 cup carton coconut milk for almond milk
- Any variety of dragon fruit can be used for this recipe, just know if it’s yellow or white flesh, the color will change
- Use at least 1 frozen fruit for a refreshingly cool smoothie
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Leave a review for a chance to win signed copies of my cookbooks!Common Questions
Dragon fruit has a mild, slightly sweet flavor—similar to a mix of pear and kiwi—which makes it easy to blend with other fruits.
Dragon fruit contains fiber, antioxidants, and vitamin C, making it a refreshing way to add variety to your fruit smoothie rotation.
Yes, but you’ll want to add ice or another frozen fruit to keep the smoothie cold and thick.
Looks very appealing. I have a vitamix and I’m always making the same recipes.
Sooooo refreshing! I’ve wanted to try dragon fruit for a while now and was scared. Yet this smoothie was really good. Thanks.
Thanks for blending, Kaley!
I LOVE the color of this smoothie. Not to mention, it’s delicious. 🙂
This bright pink smoothie is so refreshing! Perfect for hot California summers!!
Dragonfruit Smoothie was so refreshing. I will be making this one, very often. Love the little kick from the Lime & Zest.
I found pink dragon fruit at Costco and it did not disappoint in this smoothie! It was sweeter than I thought, so I might use a bit less next time.
Very Yummy, it was my first time using dragonfruit.
Ooh, this smoothie is tasty! Though it’s not thick, its taste is a lot creamier than I anticipated. Probably my favorite smoothie I’ve made so far. Thanks for having such an awesome site!
Glad you liked it so much, Brandee! 🙂
So my dragon fruit looks like the one in your photo. Do I use the pink layer between the white flesh and the skin? That part scooped out with the flesh but it separated from the rest so easily I wasn’t sure if I should use it. 🙂
Hi Carol, I don’t think you use that part. Jen used both pink and white dragonfruit, which is why her smoothie has such a bright pink color.
Does the app include calorie counts for each recipe?
Hi Alice! Currently, the app doesn’t include the calorie count for our smoothies but there are nutrition facts on our website for each smoothie recipe.
Fantastic, Nutricious, and immune bosting!
And such a bright, vibrant color as well! 🙂
Mine wasn’t pink. What did I do wrong?
There are two types of dragon fruit- one has white flesh, the other a bright magenta-colored flesh. If you use the type with white flesh, your smoothie will not be that bright pink color. You could use the type with the pink flesh or a combo of both. 🙂
I love the addition of lime to this recipe, I wouldn’t have thought to add that. So gorgeous, can’t wait to try it!
The lime adds a nice zing! 🙂
I love dragon fruit!!! My Publix started to carry it in the frozen fruit section and it’s soooo easy to add to my smoothie. I tried this one and it was soooo good! Tasted like something I had in Miami on a vacation— it brought back good memories. 🙂 I might like it even more because it’s pink and colorful. I mean, come on— who can say no to a healthy fun drink like this? Not me or my daughter!
Totally agree, Dani!
WAY to much fruit! Needs some veggies in it. Add some Kale or Spinach to cut down on the natural sugars and sweetness
The great thing about smoothies is you can adjust the ingredients to work best for you. I often add greens or even cauliflower to our smoothies, but I also enjoy this smoothie as is. It’s a much better alternative to a candy craving and most of us can handle the fruit just fine. Especially after some time gardening or going for a run- this smoothie hits the spot just right.