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Hibiscus Tea Pineapple Smoothie

Hibiscus Tea Pineapple Smoothie for a Tropical Refreshment

A refreshing Hibiscus Tea Pineapple Smoothie perfect for a nutritious pick-me-up or post-workout treat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Smoothie Base
  • 2-3 bags Hibiscus tea Brewed and chilled
  • 1 cup Fresh or frozen pineapple chunks Use frozen for creaminess
  • 1 cup Coconut water Hydrating
  • 1/2 cup Lime or lemon juice Adjust for taste
  • 1 cup Ice cubes Adjust for thickness
Optional Garnish
  • 1 slice Pineapple For decoration
  • a few Mint, Basil, or Sage Leaves For garnish and aroma

Equipment

  • blender
  • Kettle
  • Pitcher

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil water in a kettle and steep 2-3 hibiscus tea bags or loose hibiscus flowers for 5-10 minutes. Cool and refrigerate.
  2. In a blender, add 3/4 cup of the cooled hibiscus tea, pineapple chunks, coconut water, lime or lemon juice, and ice cubes.
  3. Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until smooth and creamy, adjusting with additional coconut water if needed.
  4. Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness with more pineapple or lime juice if desired, and blend again briefly.
  5. Pour into glasses, drizzle reserved hibiscus tea on top, and garnish with pineapple slice and mint or basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure hibiscus tea is cooled before blending to prevent dilution from melting ice. Experiment with different tropical fruits for variety.

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