Fresh Dragon Fruit Pitaya Smoothie
A vibrant and tropical smoothie featuring fresh dragon fruit, banana, coconut water, and lime juice, perfect for a quick and refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium-sized fresh dragon fruit (pitaya), peeled and cubed
- 1 large ripe banana, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup (240 ml) coconut water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the dragon fruit in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh (about 1 cup or 150 grams) and cut into cubes.
- Peel and slice one ripe banana into rounds.
- Place the dragon fruit cubes, banana slices, 1 cup (240 ml) of coconut water, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice into your blender. Add 1 teaspoon of honey or agave syrup if desired.
- Add 1/2 cup (120 ml) of ice cubes for a colder, thicker smoothie (optional).
- Secure the lid and blend on high for 45-60 seconds until creamy and smooth with no chunks.
- Adjust consistency by adding more coconut water if too thick or more ice/frozen banana if too thin, then pulse again.
- Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with a lime wedge or dragon fruit seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use ripe fruit for best flavor. Frozen dragon fruit can be used for a thicker, colder smoothie. Adjust sweetness with honey or agave syrup as needed. Blend in short bursts if seeds are an issue or strain for a smoother texture. Start blending on low speed then increase to high for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 12 oz
- Calories: 140
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 1.5
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