Arugula Piña Colada Smoothie

By Martha Rose Shulman

Arugula Piña Colada Smoothie
Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times
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Pineapple and coconut milk are traditional partners in piña colada, so why not combine them in something that’s really good for you in this lunchtime smoothie?

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Ingredients

Yield:1 generous serving
  • ¼cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • ½cup light coconut milk
  • 1¼cups chopped pineapple (about 180 grams)
  • 1cup arugula (30 grams), rinsed
  • 1quarter-size piece of ginger, peeled
  • 2 or 3ice cubes
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Nutritional analysis per serving (1 servings)

262 calories; 9 grams fat; 6 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 44 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 27 grams sugars; 3 grams protein; 42 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend for 1 full minute. Pour into a glass, garnish with an orange slice and enjoy.

Tip
  • This is best enjoyed right away.

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cestlasvi

I was skeptical about adding the arugula but the end product was delicious and interesting! It makes me want to use my blender more frequently!

Michael

I absolutely loved this combination. However, the other three who tried it did not. If you like arugula, go for it. If making for others, start with less arugula and increase incrementally.

mm

Made as written — DELICIOUS. Arugula present but not overpowering, slightly on the sweet side so might use a hair less pineapple next time.

Rory

This was wonderful. Perfectly green & wonderfully fruity. I used a little more pineapple and a blend of spinach + arugula; but if you're an avid arugula fan, you'll love this recipe as is!

Jessica Faye

I swapped the coconut milk for yogurt and it was refreshing with both a tart and peppery taste. Enjoyed it more than I expected!

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