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    Home » Recipes » Cookbook Review » Raspberry Pina Colada Smoothie

    LAST UPDATED: April 27, 2020 • FIRST PUBLISHED: February 16, 2014 By Toni Dash 32 Comments

    Raspberry Pina Colada Smoothie

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    Raspberry Pina Colada Smoothie

    Raspberry Pina Colada Smoothie. Photo credit: Skyhorse Publishing.

    Chances are regardless of where you live you have noted the shelves full of Kombucha at your grocery store, in different eye-catching colors and even with intriguing orbs of chia filling the bottles. No doubt if you ever look up recipes on the internet you’ve noted the Green Smoothie craze (I say that with deepest affection as I’m part of that movement). Homemade yogurt recipes abound. And how about Kefir? Seen it in the stores and secretly have no idea what it is or why you’d drink it? Have I got a book for you.

    Earlier this year I found a gorgeous blog The Roasted Root written by Julia Mueller. I was transfixed by the photographs and drawn by the unique recipes, all mouthwatering. I believe it was around the ‘green smoothie time of year’; you know, that week right after New Year’s when everyone wakes in shock at the state of their health and waistline? I prowled around finding many delicious recipes landing on my ‘to try’ list.

     

    Julia has just released a new book (her second) titled ‘Delicious Probiotic Drinks’. I hate to use the P-word, for if you already understand probiotics you probably pre-ordered her book; and if you don’t it will sound like medical term perhaps for something you never want to catch. Probiotics really isn’t rocket science. They are simply the ‘good bacteria’ that help your digestive tract stay healthy, often adding many other fantastic benefits (improved metabolism, boosted immunology, increased energy and other great things like that). I remember as a child if given an antibiotics prescription, the doctor always suggesting eating yogurt following. Anti-biotics wipe out all the bacteria in your digestive tract, good and bad, and the yogurt containing probiotics helped repopulate the good bacteria.

    Drinks containing probiotics are often pricey; anyone with a good Kombucha habit knows this in spades. However these drinks can be made at home and contain rich sources of live bacteria and yeasts delivering great wellness attributes. In addition to this they just taste great. In her book, Mueller breaks down the benefits of the various probiotic drinks: Cultured Vegetable Juice, Kombucha, Ginger Beer, Kefir and Smoothies. She also introduces some lesser knowns such as Jun and Rejuvelac. Removing the mystery and providing simple to follow instruction, Delicious Probioitc Drinks opens a world of options one would not imagine: Raspberry Basil Ginger Beer, Mango Kefir. Coconut Milk Yogurt, Peaches ‘n’ Cream Smoothie, just to name a few.

    Key Lime Kefir

    Key Lime Kefir. Photo credit: Skyhorse Publishing.

    Mueller thoughtfully guides the reader through each genre of drink, explaining them fully, sharing health benefits in a friendly, approachable way, and her own personal experiences as well. I personally have made my own vinegar, a process similar to that of making Kombucha, and can agree with a major assertion of the book which is drinks made at home are often better tasting than those purchased. It is a rewarding process especially for those with a DIY spirit such as my own, and gratifying to be able to make something affordably and more delicious than if purchased.

    Mojito Yogurt

    Mojito Yogurt. Photo credit: Skyhorse Publishing.

    Mueller’s decision to create this book was prompted by her publisher after coming upon this delicious recipe for Lavender Kombucha on her website. Not finding other cookbooks available which covered the step-by-step of brewing Kombucha as well as other probiotic drinks Mueller was making, made the concept seem a perfect opportunity to share her self-taught experiences. I asked Mueller what she hoped her readers would gain from reading her book:  “My ultimate goal with this book was to make brewing probiotic drinks as approachable as possible. Since I took a learn-as-you go approach to brewing, I had experienced virtually every question and hiccup one can encounter and knew how to make each brewing process as easy as possible as well as how to avoid any errors. In that sense, I hope my readers gain the confidence to try brewing themselves in spite of the fact that it can be intimidating, and also optimize their health through regular consumption of the drinks.”

    To tantilize you, I’m sharing a recipe from Delicious Probiotic Drinks for a Raspberry Pina Colada Smoothie. No booze but with the abundant flavors you won’t miss it. The recipe can be made with homemade yogurt (recipe in the cookbook) but also with purchased yogurt. Additionally Skyhorse Publishing is making a copy of Mueller’s book available for one Boulder Locavore reader! Details below.

    “Pina Coladas are the quintessential island vacation beverage and for a very good reason: they’re sweet and creamy and something about them says relaxation. I adapted the boozy beverage to be a smoothie that can be enjoyed any time of the day. It includes full-fat coconut milk, making it a rich smoothie full of health benefits. Although coconut milk is high in calories, it is full of heart-healthy fats that will not clog arteries.

    IT also contains vitamins B, C and E, minerals and antioxidants. Coconut is also known to boost metabolism. While you can easily use fresh pineapple for this smoothie, I prefer using pineapple juice because it creates a creamy texture. Pineapple juice is also great for you, as it is full of vitamins C and B6, antioxidants, and is an energy booster and digestive aid. Raspberries are chock-full of antioxidants and vitamin C, and they are a natural anti-inflammatory.

    They also contain rheosmin, which helps fats that you consume to pass through the system without being absorbed, making them an anti-obesity food. All these benefits combined make this seemingly decadent treat great for you! I mashed up the raspberries for this recipe and added them int he smoothie after I blended the other ingredients, which gives the smoothie a nice tart flavor and some texture. You are free to leave the raspberries out altogether if you’re looking for a completely smooth beverage” -Julia Mueller, Delicious Probiotic Drinks

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    Raspberry Pina Colada Smoothie

    A delicious start to the day or a wholesome snack!
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 548kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • ½ cup plain yogurt*
    • ½ cup coconut milk**
    • ½ cup pineapple juice
    • 1.5 frozen bananas
    • ½ cup fresh raspberries , mashed

    Instructions

    • Place the fresh raspberries in a bowl and mash them using a fork. Set side
    • Add the plain yogurt, coconut milk, pineapple juice and frozen banana to a blender and blend until completely smooth.
    • Pour the smoothie into a glass and drop in the mashed raspberries. Enjoy!

    Notes

    *Also consider using banana cream pie yogurt or vanilla yogurt
    **I recommend using full-fat coconut milk from the can. This smoothie will not be as delicious without it!
    Recipe excerpted from Delicious Probiotic Drinks with written permission.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 548kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 1316mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 235IU | Vitamin C: 44.1mg | Calcium: 199mg | Iron: 5mg
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    Grapefruit Rosemary Ginger Beer. Photo credit: Skyhorse Publishing.

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutrition Coach and the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer and creator of Boulder Locavore®. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her seasonal recipes bring excitement to the dining table for both gluten-free and gluten diners. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. TheresaMP says

      February 17, 2014 at 3:21 am

      I want that cookbook! Looks like a great resource. thanks as always for sharing.

      Reply
    2. Melissa says

      February 16, 2014 at 11:10 pm

      I want that cookbook!

      Reply
    3. Sarah L says

      February 16, 2014 at 10:48 pm

      I want that cookbook! It looks great!

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    4. Gina Guthrie says

      February 16, 2014 at 9:46 pm

      I want that cookbook!

      Reply
    5. itzia says

      February 16, 2014 at 9:29 pm

      i want that cookbook!!

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    6. jacquie says

      February 16, 2014 at 9:05 pm

      I want that cookbook!

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    7. Gillian Meers says

      February 16, 2014 at 4:09 pm

      Don’t think I’m eligible to win the book since I’m in Australia, but wanted to add my voice to the chorus of love! What a brilliant, unique cookbook and I love it already! Going to have to hunt down a copy for myself somehow. I love eating healthy and real foods, love providing them for my family, and LOVE making everything possible from scratch, at home. Thanks for the awesome! 🙂

      Reply
    8. Lauren Gellins says

      February 16, 2014 at 2:40 pm

      I want that cookbook! Thank you so much for the opportunity!

      Reply
    9. Maureen says

      February 16, 2014 at 2:29 pm

      I would so love the COOKBOOK

      Reply
    10. Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says

      February 16, 2014 at 1:26 pm

      Wow does this look good! Piña colada is my favorite drink of all time and I love the raspberry twist!

      Reply
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