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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

Ingredients 

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

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

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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. 5 stars
    This recipe is so refreshing! I love how it just feels like summer and energizes me.

    Reply

    1. I agree, Jen! This is a great summertime smoothie.

    1. Hi Reid,

      There are 238 calories in one 16-ounce serving. 🙂

  3. Hi, I’m brand new to smoothies. I’d like to work my way up to kale as so far I hate it would fresh spinach be a suitable alternative?

    Reply

    1. Hi Jenn,

      Yes, you can totally swap in spinach! We love changing up our recipes, so never hesitate to swap out one leafy green for another! Also, not a fan of kale? Have you tried baby kale? It’s packed with the same nutrition as it’s more mature version, but it’s milder in flavor + blends great!

    1. Hi Liz,

      Yum! We love the energy + nutrient boost we get from adding maca powder to our green smoothies!

  5. I have purchased smoothie books etc in an attempt to encourage my child to eat more greens, fiber, beneficial enzymes etc that supports our probiotic intake and avoids dairy (I’m a Chiropractor with a Masters degree in Nutrition and human performance with teaching experience in functional nutrition so I’m a bit passionate on this). My child has avoided most green smoothies and thought they were ‘too weird’. He continued to request this smoothie and it is a first! I’ve never left a comment on a site before but this thrilled me so much I wanted to share my experience with other parents who may be struggling as well. Thank you!!!

    Reply

    1. Hi Vanessa,

      WAHOO!! We’re so excited to hear your son is loving this recipe and fueling his body with healthy ingredients + plenty of leafy greens.

      Thank you so much for reaching out + sharing!!

    1. Hi Mark,

      YAY! Thanks for reaching out + sharing your leafy love! 🙂

  7. Hi, I was wondering what could use instead of cocunut water? I don’t care for that stuff! An also is this a good one for losing weight??

    Thanks, Amy

    Reply

    1. Hi Amy,

      Not a fan of coconut water? No worries, we love changing up our liquid bases. Water is an especially great option! Check out our other favorites here…

      https://simplegreensmoothies.com/dairy-free-smoothies

      Looking to use your green smoothie for weight loss? Did you know our co-founder Jadah lost over 25 lbs by replacing one meal with a green smoothie?

      https://simplegreensmoothies.com/about

      We suggest adding protein + healthy fats to ensure you’re fueling your body with a complete meal. Here are our favorite meal replacement booster combos…

      https://simplegreensmoothies.com/meal-replacement-smoothie

      Also, check out our Kiwi Berry Punch recipe. It’s the perfect combination to help you reach your weight loss goals.

      https://simplegreensmoothies.com/kiwi-smoothie

      Hope this helps!

  8. I am trying to find smoothie recipes I can make ahead of time for “individual frozen smoothie packs”.. Have you ever tried that with this recipe?

    Reply

    1. Hi Victoria,

      Looking to pre-blend and freeze our recipes! Go for it!! We suggest storing your pre-blended smoothies in an airtight freezer-safe container. When you’re ready to enjoy, simply thaw your green smoothie in the refrigerator the night before. Because none of our recipes have yucky additives or stabilizers, separation is completely natural, simply give you smoothie a quick shake before enjoying.

      We also love to prep our smoothies to make morning blending even easier. Check out our tips here…

      https://simplegreensmoothies.com/meal-prep-smoothies/

      Cheers 🙂

    1. Hi Joy!

      YAY! Thanks for sharing the green smoothie love! <3

  10. Hi!. I have taken up the 30days challenge. Sorry this might be a silly question, on your recipe it says 2 cups of kale. Do you compact the kale into the cups?. I normally just get 2 stalks or should i say 2 leave from stem. They are about 20 to 30cm each leave. Would that be enough? . I am think that i might not be putting enough green leaf for smoothies. Never as green as your pictures. But i do add a fair bit into my juice. Kale, Celery, Chia, Raw almond, an apple, carrot and blueberries minimum.

    Reply

    2. Hi Kent,

      Thanks for reaching out! When measuring our leafy greens, we tightly pack them into a measuring cup. If you’re blendin’ outside of the US, 1 cup of leafy greens is equal to 30g.

      Hope this helps! 🙂

  11. Hi! i do really interested to try this recipe. but can I use spinach instead of Kale? since I live in Indonesia so Kale it’s kinda hard to find. and I have dried mint leaves. can I use it to substitute fresh mint leaves? thanks!

    Reply

    1. Hi Fany,

      Of course! We love switching up our leafy greens! Use what’s available and local to your area! And just remember – because of their more intense concentrated flavor, dried herbs can be substituted for fresh herbs at a ratio of 1 to 3.

      Cheers 🙂

  12. This is a tasty smoothie. I was a little hesitant to try it. I love the crispness of the pineapple and lime juice together. I didn’t have mint, so I used Cilantro instead. I’m so excited for November 3rd and all of the tasty new recipes the book contains.

    Reply

  13. Do I have to use coconut water? I have almond milk and fat free milk and plain greek yogurt that I usually use in my smoothies.

    Reply

    1. Hi Melissa,

      You definitely don’t! I will admit, we love our recipes the way they are, but please don’t feel like you need to follow them to a T! They’re here to inspire you! Swap in another liquid base you enjoy more!

      Cheers 🙂

  14. Excellent! Frozen pineapple and a few ice cubes for a hot summer day! Healthy Mojito!

    Reply

    1. Hi Lisa,

      Our thoughts exactly! This is the perfect green smoothie for a hot summer day!

      Cheers 🙂

  15. Hi, this one turned out so chunky and fibrous for me – a first with the smoothies from this site. Is it because of the fibrous pineapple – I have a regular Kitchen Aid blender, and while it works fine with the other smoothies I’ve tried, I think it met its match in this one. No matter how long I blended, the final mix never really got homogenized. I wonder if this one needs a banana?

    Reply

    1. Hi Alina,

      Thanks for reaching out! Did you use fresh or frozen pineapple? Like you said, the fibrous pineapple can sometimes be tough on your blender, and using frozen pineapple is a great way to get around the pineapple’s texture! If you bought fresh, I love cutting up the pineapple, laying it out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in the freezer, and then once it’s frozen, store the pineapple in an airtight container.

      Hope this helps!

  16. I used spinach instead of Kale, because Kale was dare. I love it, very very nice.
    Thank you for giving us the recipes.

    Reply

    1. Hi Fions,

      Spinach is a great substitution for Kale! Happy blending!

  17. Hi Simple Green Smoothies, I am from South Africa and definately going on this. I have not tried but going to start as in yesterday. Will communicate on the progress and the benefits thereof.

    Wishing you guys all the luck.

    Poppy

    Reply

    1. Welcome Poppy! We’re so excited to have you blendin’ with us! Please let us know if you have any questions along the way! 🙂

  18. Hello from Denmark. I just love your green smoothies. They taste delicious

    Reply

  20. just made this with frozen peaches and kale…no mint so used cinnamon…yummy…great way to TGIF!!

    Reply

    1. Louise,

      Great substitutions! Hope you enjoyed it!