Cut a red-fleshed dragon fruit open and the color alone sells this smoothie. Pineapple gives it a sharp, juicy edge and banana makes it smooth.
½
dragon fruit red-fleshed for a pink color
120 g
pineapple
½
banana
5 oz
water
Garnish: Small pineapple wedge · Ice: Served up, no ice
Dragon Fruit Pineapple Smoothie with Banana
Light, juicy and tropical, with pineapple tang, soft banana sweetness and tiny crunchy seeds.
Dragon fruit, also called pitaya, grows on a climbing cactus and is sold with either white or deep magenta flesh. The taste is mild, somewhere between kiwi and pear, and the small black seeds add a faint crunch. On its own it can be a little bland, which is why pineapple is such a good partner: its acidity and aroma lift the whole drink.
Banana adds body without dairy. The result is light, refreshing and a good choice for a warm afternoon. White dragon fruit works too, but the smoothie will be pale yellow rather than pink.
Mild and slightly sweet, often compared to kiwi or pear, with small edible seeds.
Yes. The taste is similar, only the color will be pale instead of pink.
Yes, it contains only fruit and water.
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