Pineapple-Cucumber Smoothie

This cucumber pineapple smoothie is a creamy delicious drink made full of “good-for-you” ingredients.  It’s my latest favorite way to pack lots of goodness into a drink. Perfect for a hot summer day!

Benefits of Pineapple-Cucumber Smoothie

  1. A combination and pineapple and cucumber does wonders for your colon
  2. cucumbers have a detoxifying, cleansing effect on the body.
  3. Cucumbers are also naturally “cooling” and are a great way to prevent dehydration, constipation, and overheating.
  4. Pumpkins are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
  5. Protect your eyesight & boost your immune system, as well as promote heart and skin health

Ingredients

  • 1 cup frozen or fresh pineapple
  • 1 cup cubed cucumber
  • 10-15 mint leaves – spearmint
  • 1- inch ginger
  • 1 apple
  • 1 cup water or fresh juice

Instructions

  1. Peel the skin of the cucumber and chop/slice it. Chop the pineapple pieces and apple. Peel the skin of ginger.

  2. Now add them one by one to the blender and blend them to prepare your smoothie. I used blend tec blender in smoothie mode.
  3. Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy it immediately to get the best out of all the ingredients!
  • Category: Veg
  • Cooking:
  • Protein: 4 grams
  • Type: Free