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Sweet. Soothing. Refreshing. Hydrating. This pineapple mint smoothie happens to be my literary agent’s favorite recipe of all time. If you close your eyes while sipping it down, you might even teleport to a poolside bar and think it’s a pineapple mojito (you wouldn’t be the first!).

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Head to the grocery store and gather the following fruits, leafy greens and fresh herbs to create this delicious mint smoothie. No matter where you serve it, a juicy, sweet pineapple mint smoothie is amazing. It’s the perfect summer drink to cool down, hydrate and feel amazing!

  • Kale: The king of the leafy green family, kale is packed with fiber and phytonutrients that our body loves.
  • Coconut Water: Is a great electrolyte replenishing liquid base. I love using it as a post-workout smoothie or on a hot day when just chilling on a pool float breaks a sweat.
  • Pineapple: This natural sweetener turns this healthy smoothie into a decadent poolside cooler.
  • Lime: Fresh limes make the most vibrant flavors and can be blended effortlessly into a mint smoothie.
  • Mint: Mint is a natural stimulant, which can help your perk up during a painfully slow afternoon, or even give you a healthy jolt before you head to the gym.

If you’re not a fan of kale in your smoothies but want to be, then this is a great one to start with. The pineapple and coconut water up the sweetness and tone down the bitterness found in most leafy green vegetables.

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How to Make Pineapple Mint Smoothie

This mint smoothie comes together fast, and the steps matter for the smoothest texture and brightest flavor.

  1. Start by adding the kale and coconut water to your blender. Blending helps fully break down the kale so you don’t end up with green chunks. If you’re using one of my recommended blenders for smoothies, you can skip this step and blend everything together.
  2. Next, add the frozen pineapple, fresh mint, lime juice, and protein powder if you’re using it. Blend again until thick and creamy. The frozen pineapple creates a naturally cold, refreshing smoothie without ice, while the mint and lime add a clean, citrusy finish.
  3. Taste and adjust if needed. Add a splash of coconut water to thin it out or a few extra mint leaves if you want more of that cool, refreshing kick. Pour into a glass and enjoy right away for the best flavor and texture.

Recipe Tips

  • Have extra kale? You can freeze kale in bags or space-saver cubes to use later in green smoothies.
  • Deal on whole pineapple? You can freeze it yourself for smoothies! First, cut pineapple into small chunks and then place on a baking sheet single layer and freeze. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag once frozen.
  • Love this recipe? Make extras and store in frozen meal prep smoothie packs to have on hand.
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More Mint Smoothie Recipes

Adding mint to a smoothie is such a simple way to really enhance the fresh flavors. Here are a few more smoothie recipes that incorporate fresh mint:

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Pineapple Mint Smoothie

This Pineapple Mint Smoothie is light, refreshing, and naturally energizing. Frozen pineapple adds tropical sweetness, fresh mint brings a cooling finish, and lime juice brightens every sip. Blended with kale and coconut water, it’s a hydrating smoothie that tastes like a vacation in a glass.
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Prep: 3 minutes
Blend: 2 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Serves: 1
Author: Jen Hansard
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Ingredients  

  • 1 cup kale fresh
  • 1 cup coconut water
  • 1 ½ cup pineapple frozen
  • ¼ cup mint fresh
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions 

  • Blend kale and coconut water until smooth.
  • Add remaining ingredients, and blend until smooth.

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Notes

Nutrition

Serving: 16 oz | Calories: 214 kcal | Carbohydrates: 50 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 2 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Sodium: 284 mg | Potassium: 1280 mg | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 31 g | Vitamin A: 7322 IU | Vitamin C: 213 mg | Calcium: 220 mg | Iron: 3 mg

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Common Questions

How much mint should I add to my smoothie?

I typically stick to 1/4 cup or less when adding herbs to smoothies. I really want the mint to shine in this pineapple mint smoothie, so I add the whole 1/4 cup. Feel free to start with less if this is your first time trying fresh mint!

Can I use dried mint in a smoothie?

I don’t recommend it. Dried mint has a different flavor, and consistency and doesn’t hold the nutritional benefits found in fresh. I do recommend growing your own mint! It’s super easy to do and allows you to grab a garnish any time you want.

How do I lower the natural sugar in a smoothie?

Use a low-sugar fruit to naturally lower the sugar. If the pineapple in this pineapple mint smoothie is too much, then use half of the measurement called for and add in raspberries, blackberries or peaches to help lower the sugar.

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  1. I’m new to green smoothies and i just made this one today. All I can say is YUM. I can’t wait to try another recipe.

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  2. This was a great smoothie. I used organic shredded coconut flakes in a pinch and it turned out great.

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  3. I’m allergic to pineapple. What is a good alternative to it? I would love to try this one!

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  4. My boyfriend and I have been replicating 2 meals a day with your smoothies and this one is BY FAR my favorite! I use all of the “meat” of the lime, though- not just the juice. I also like using a little less fruit and a bit more veggies just to keep carbs/sugar down.

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  5. Arugula was mentioned in an early reply. I wouldn’t use it with pineapple, but it does go really well with mango & coconut water.

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  6. I just bought a blendtec yesterday at Costco and made my first green smoothie…I LOVE it! I was wondering if anyone has ever used Arugula? Just curious. I love spinach, kale and swiss chard but I live in the south so there are always lots of greens like mustard and collard greens. I grew up in the northeast so I never had these. Any feedback on these?

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    1. Hey Patti.

      Arugula is very strong and spicy. I would slowly add it to your green smoothies.

      Cheers. 🙂

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  7. Was just wondering if you could use spinach instead of kale as I don’t have any kale and really want to try this soon

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  9. Hi! So I just made this, but with spinach and no other ingredients were frozen except for the spinach leaves. It turned out to be more of a juice than a smoothie, and most of the drink is like fuzzy at the top instead of it just being juice. Did I do something wrong? It also tastes a bit bitter…is it because of the spinach??

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    1. Hi Alaina.

      Sometimes lime juice can be bitter. Next time I would suggest using frozen pineapple and less lime juice. Hope that helps. 🙂

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  10. To make my smoothie a meal replacement I add a half cup of oatmeal. One morning I didn’t have any kale or spinach..so I thinking what am I going to use– frozen broccoli. Smoothies are addicting!!!

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    2. Hello! to eat a smoothie for breakfast I add a couple of spoons of hemp hearts or soy or almond milk or even soft tofu for a full meal replacement.

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      1. Hey Melanie.

        Thanks for the comment. We recommend staying away from highly-processed soy products which can interfere with nutrient absorption and leach nutrients from your body. Small amounts of organic, non-GMO soy are fine.

  12. Made this yesterday as my first green smoothie! I froze the pineapple so it was like a beautiful yummy slushie! Soooooo good! I used baby kale also and did it in my food processor! It worked really well, still had little pieces but I was happy with the consistency. I just got ingredients for 2 smoothies, so also the mango ginger immune support. Can’t wait to try that one today!

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  14. I’ve been a “Rawkstar” since I got hooked during July’s 30 day challenge. I’ve tried them all and this one is one of the best! So refreshing! Perfect for the afternoon smoothie or for an evening treat. Served up cold in my insulated Tervis Tumbler and I’m in smoothie heaven!!

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    1. Hey RAWkstar Chris! Thanks for the feedback! 🙂 Happy to hear you enjoy the Pineapple Mojito! 🙂

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