If you grew up in Australia, you probably remember those Pine-Lime Splices from the servo freezer aisle — creamy, tangy, tropical perfection. This smoothie is the grown-up, healthier, guilt-free version of that nostalgic classic.
The Pine-Lime Summer Smoothie is your instant ticket to beach vibes — even if you’re stuck at your desk. Packed with vitamin C, antioxidants, and gut-loving yoghurt, it’s refreshing, energising, and ideal for hot days (or any day you wish you were on holiday).
💪 Nutritional Highlights
- Calories: ~230 kcal
- Protein: 9g
- Fibre: 3g
- Hero Nutrients: Vitamin C, calcium, potassium, and bromelain (the anti-inflammatory enzyme in pineapple).
- Why it’s good for you: Pineapple helps digestion and reduces inflammation, lime gives a vitamin C boost, and yoghurt provides probiotics for a happy gut. It’s basically sunshine for your insides.
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 1)
- ¾ cup frozen pineapple chunks
- Juice of ½ a lime (plus a little zest if you like it tangy)
- ½ banana (fresh or frozen, for creaminess)
- ½ cup Greek yoghurt (or coconut yoghurt for dairy-free)
- ¾ cup unsweetened coconut water (or water/milk of choice)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional — depends how sweet your pineapple is)
- Ice cubes (optional, for that icy Splice vibe)
🌀 Steps
- Add ingredients to blender:
Start with coconut water, then add yoghurt, pineapple, banana, lime juice, and honey. - Blend until smooth:
Whizz for about 30–40 seconds until it’s creamy and pale yellow. - Taste test:
Too tangy? Add a bit more banana. Too thick? A splash more coconut water will loosen it up. - Pour and serve immediately:
Pop in a straw, take a sip, and prepare for tropical daydreaming.
💡 Plan4One Tips
- Make it even creamier: Add 1 tbsp oats or chia seeds before blending.
- Post-workout twist: Add ½ scoop vanilla protein powder for recovery fuel.
- Coconut-free version: Use almond milk instead of coconut water and yoghurt.
- Dessert trick: Freeze the mixture in ice block moulds for homemade Splice pops!
🧊 Storage & Reuse
- Fridge: Store up to 24 hours in a sealed bottle or jar. Stir or shake before drinking.
- Freezer: Pour leftovers into ice cube trays and re-blend later for a quick refresher.
💸 Approximate Cost per Serve
Around $2.60 AUD — cheaper than a smoothie bar and infinitely fresher.
🔄 Smart Swaps
- No pineapple? Try mango or orange segments.
- No banana? Use ¼ avocado or a few soaked cashews for creaminess.
- Extra tropical flavour: Add a dash of coconut essence or fresh mint.
- Zesty boost: A bit of grated ginger adds a subtle, spicy kick.
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
Because it tastes like summer in a glass — light, creamy, and tangy with just the right hit of sweetness. It’s refreshing, energising, and ridiculously simple to throw together. Bonus: your kitchen smells like a tropical holiday.
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If this Pine-Lime Summer Smoothie transported you straight to the beach (at least mentally), share it with someone who could use a tropical mood boost!
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