Watermelon, pineapple and banana make a nutritious trio and a deliciously sweet smoothie recipe. It's also a great way to use up watermelon in the summer months.
Watermelon is most commonly known as a hydrating fruit and a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin B6. Combining watermelon with bananas and pineapple adds in a variety of important vitamins, as well as the added benefits of essential electrolytes and minerals.
Adding chia and hemp seeds give the smoothie recipe omega-3 fatty acids, high quality protein and fiber to improve digestive health. These ingredients round out this fruit trio to make this smoothie a complete meal in itself.
Watermelon Smoothie Ingredients:
- 1 cup diced seedless watermelon
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
- 1 tablespoon chia
- 1 tablespoon goji berries
Watermelon Smoothie Directions:
- In a blender, puree all ingredients on high until creamy.
- Serve immediately.
- Makes 2 servings.
ENJOY.