This vibrant Dragonfruit Smoothie is a naturally sweet, creamy, and nutrient-packed breakfast or snack. Made with antioxidant-rich dragonfruit, tropical pineapple, and banana for creaminess, it’s perfect for a healthy start to your day or a refreshing mid-afternoon boost. Quick to prepare and visually stunning with its bright pink colour, this smoothie is ideal for families, busy mornings, or anyone looking for a delicious, healthful treat.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Bright and tropical – The striking pink colour of dragonfruit makes this smoothie visually appealing and fun to serve.
Quick and easy – Ready in under 10 minutes, perfect for busy mornings or a fast snack.
Naturally sweet – No added sugar is needed; the fruit provides all the natural sweetness.
Thick and creamy – Frozen fruit and banana create a rich, satisfying texture.
Nutrient-packed – Antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber make it a healthy choice for the whole family.

Ingredients

Banana: Using a frozen banana adds natural sweetness and creates a creamy, thick texture that makes the smoothie feel rich and indulgent without any added sugar.

Pink dragonfruit: This vibrant fruit is the star of the smoothie, providing a stunning pink colour and a boost of antioxidants, which help support overall health and wellness.

Strawberries: The sweet and slightly tart flavour of frozen strawberries enhances the tropical taste of the smoothie while also helping to thicken it for a satisfying, cold drink.

Pineapple: Frozen pineapple brings tropical sweetness and a dose of vitamin C, adding both flavour and nutritional value to the smoothie.

Milk of choice: You can use almond milk, oat milk, or cow’s milk depending on your preference. The milk helps blend the fruits smoothly and creates a perfectly creamy consistency.

Chia seeds: These tiny seeds are optional, but when added and blended into the smoothie, they provide extra fiber, healthy omega-3 fats, and a subtle nutritional boost without altering the flavour.

Note: All the fruits in this recipe are frozen to give the smoothie a thick, creamy, and chilled texture. You can use fresh fruits instead, but the smoothie will be slightly thinner and less cold. If you want to maintain a chilled texture with fresh fruit, add a few ice cubes while blending.

How to Make Dragonfruit Smoothie

Step 1: Use all frozen fruit: banana, pink dragonfruit, strawberries, and pineapple. Using frozen fruit gives the smoothie a thick, creamy, and chilled texture. If you prefer, you can use fresh fruit instead, but the smoothie will be slightly thinner and less cold. Add a few ice cubes if you want to maintain a chilled texture with fresh fruit.

Step 2: Add all the frozen fruit, chia seeds, and milk of choice to a blender. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.

Step 3: If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more milk and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 4: Pour the smoothie into a glass or bowl. Serve immediately for the best flavour, vibrant colour, and creamy texture.

Make-Ahead and Storage Tips

Make-ahead: You can prep the fruit the night before and store in the fridge. Blend fresh in the morning.
Storage: This smoothie is best enjoyed immediately. This is becasue the colour and texture will change over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use fresh fruit instead of frozen?
Yes, you can use fresh fruit instead of frozen, but the texture of your smoothie will be different. Using fresh fruit will result in a thinner, less chilled smoothie, so it won’t have the same thick, creamy consistency or icy feel that frozen fruit provides. If you prefer a colder smoothie with a creamier texture, you can add a few ice cubes when blending, or use at least one frozen fruit, like the banana or strawberries. This way, you still get the refreshing, thick smoothie experience without needing all frozen ingredients.

Can I substitute the milk?
Absolutely! You can use almond, oat, soy, coconut, or cow’s milk depending on your preference. Plant-based milks are great for a vegan version, while dairy milk adds extra creaminess.

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Total Time 10

Servings 2 people

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine International

This easy to make, vibrant pink smoothie bowl is a great breakfast and is packed with antioxidants and nutrients. It is just what you need to start your day off on a healthy note.

Equipment

Blender
Knife
Cutting board
Measuring cups
Smoothie bowl or glass
Spoon or spatula

Ingredients

1 banana
1 medium-small pink dragonfruit
1 cup (150g) strawberries
1/2 cup (75g) pineapple
1/2 cup (125ml) milk of choice
1/2 tsp chia seeds

Instructions

Use all frozen fruit: banana, pink dragonfruit, strawberries, and pineapple. Using frozen fruit gives the smoothie a thick, creamy, and chilled texture. If you prefer, you can use fresh fruit instead, but the smoothie will be slightly thinner and less cold. Add a few ice cubes if you want to maintain a chilled texture with fresh fruit.
Add all the frozen fruit, chia seeds, and milk of choice to a blender. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more milk and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
Pour the smoothie into a glass or bowl. Serve immediately for the best flavour, vibrant colour, and creamy texture.

Notes

Frozen fruit: Using frozen banana, dragonfruit, strawberries, and pineapple creates a thick, creamy, and chilled smoothie. Fresh fruit can be used, but the texture will be slightly thinner. Add a few ice cubes if you want it cold.
Milk options: Almond, oat, soy, coconut, or cow’s milk all work. Plant-based milk keeps it vegan; dairy milk adds extra creaminess.
Sweetness: No added sugar is needed as the fruit is naturally sweet. If desired, add honey or maple syrup to taste.
Chia seeds: Optional, but they add fiber, omega-3s, and subtle nutrition without affecting taste.