Is broccoli healthy for you?

Yes, broccoli is considered a superfood , and for good reason! It's low in calories but packed with nutrients and lots of health benefits. It's full of disease-fighting antioxidants and essential vitamins. It's in the same family as cauliflower, brussels sprouts, and kale.

How do I make this vegan broccoli smoothie sweeter?

To make this smoothie sweeter, you can use pineapple or orange juice in place of the dairy-free milk. You can also throw in a date if you want to add more sweetness.

Should I cook the broccoli first?

You can, but you'll want to steam the broccoli and then freeze it or chill it to make it cold. See my guide for how to freeze broccoli .

Broccoli Smoothie with Pineapple

Name: Broccoli Smoothie with Pineapple
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups unsweetened plant milk (I used almond milk); 1 cup fresh or frozen broccoli florets; ½ cup fresh frozen pineapple tidbits; ½ cup frozen mango chunks; 1 frozen banana, broken into chunks; ½ avocado, peeled with the core removed; ½ cup ice cubes (optional, to thicken)

Broccoli Smoothie with Pineapple

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This Vegan Broccoli Smoothie with Pineapple is a healthy way to start the day. It is thick and creamy with a strong tropical flavor. Even kids will drink this tasty green smoothie that includes a serving of vegetables!

Total Time: 12 minutes
Yield: 2 1x

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups unsweetened plant milk (I used almond milk)
1 cup fresh or frozen broccoli florets
1/2 cup fresh frozen pineapple tidbits
1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
1 frozen banana, broken into chunks
1/2 avocado, peeled with the core removed
1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, to thicken)

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Instructions

In the base of a high-speed blender, combine the plant milk, broccoli, pineapple, banana, and avocado.
Lock on the lid and turn on the blender. Process for 15-30 seconds, or until the smoothie is thick and creamy.
Serve immediately.

Equipment

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Notes

If you use all frozen ingredients, you will not need the ice cubes. But, if you use fresh broccoli and fresh pineapple, you may need the ice cubes to thicken the smoothie.
You can easily double this recipe to make 4 servings.
You can also use coconut water instead of plant milk, if you prefer.
To make this a meal replacement smoothie, feel free to add 1-2 scoops of your favorite protein powder.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Category: Smoothie
Method: Blender
Cuisine: Healthy
Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 199
Sugar: 18.3 g
Sodium: 158.9 mg
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 0.8 g
Carbohydrates: 31.9 g
Fiber: 6.2 g
Protein: 4.4 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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