I’m loving this hot weather friends, I’m not going to lie. It makes swimming outdoors all the more amazing. The water is refreshing and feels good to play around in with the kids. With hotter temps, keeping hydrated is so important. Just a friendly reminder to boost your water intake, any way you can. Like a mason jar filled with a delicious, ice cold, tropical smoothie!

Not only will this summer smoothie quench your thirst, it’s a great meal replacer – because if you’re like me (and my kids), eating a big meal when you’re spending time outside in the heat just isn’t very appealing.

But this smoothie – now that’s appealing!

Frosty, tropical, citrus-y, refreshing. Mmmmm.

Go on, add a hot pink flamingo straw, you know you want to 😉

I am pretty much adding my fun sippers to any and all drinks, because who doesn’t want to feel like they are at a five star resort in their backyard? (p.s I found these at the dollar store!)

Pineapple is a natural hydrator – meaning, it keeps your water levels up and it keeps your skin from drying out (from too much sun and pool time). Opt for fresh pineapple whenever possible, it’s SO juicy, and full of nutrients.

For this smoothie, I used 2 cups of freshly chopped pineapple. The sweetness from the pineapple completely cuts any bitterness from the spinach leafs, so you get the vitamins without the “green” taste. Seriously, this is such a satisfying and delicious drink. I’m making myself want one right.this.minute.

Whip up a couple of these smoothies today and share one with a friend!

Pineapple Green Smoothie

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Author: Emily Smith

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Description

A deliciously refreshing summer green smoothie, you’ll want to make over and over again.

Ingredients

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2 cups of chopped pineapple
2 frozen bananas
20 baby spinach leaves
2 cups of ice cold water
1/2 cup of orange juice
Squeeze of lemon (1 tsp)
5 ice cubes

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Instructions

Place all ingredients in the blender.
Blend until smooth.
Serve in two large tumblers.
Enjoy!

Notes

optional: add in 2 scoops of protein powder if this is a meal replacement

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2

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Emily Smith

Emily Smith is the Editor of The Best of This Life who has been writing in the lifestyle niche and creating delicious recipes for over 10 years. Her work has been featured on BRIT + CO, Today's Parent, Chatelaine, Huffington Post, The Pioneer Woman, and Food Bloggers of Canada. She writes about family, food, entertaining, home decor, wellness, travel and a litany of other topics. She loves sharing her three core values - love life, live well, share the beauty - and encourages her readers to enjoy the best of their lives every day. She lives in Ottawa with her loving husband, two darling children, and dreams of one day owning a puppy.

Make a Big Splash with this Pineapple Green Smoothie