Prep: 5 This Dragon Fruit Smoothie with goji berries and coconut is vibrant, healthy, and completely refreshing. Simple and easy to make, it’s perfect for a quick breakfast or snack recipe. Blend it together in 5 minutes or less for a dragon fruit goji berry smoothie that’s a delicious, tropical treat!
Start Your Day with a Simple Dragon Fruit Smoothie!
Pretty smoothies are the best smoothies! At least that’s my theory. Especially when this beautiful smoothie is rich with antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin A, iron, and fiber! This Dragon Fruit Smoothie is not only amazing for your body, but it also tastes deliciously refreshing. I love making it ahead of time and freezing individual servings for quick and easy breakfasts, or having it fresh as a dairy-free treat!
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All about Dragon Fruit & Goji Berries
Is Dragon Fruit a Superfood?
Definitely! Dragon fruit is not only super pretty, pink and delicious, but it’s also packed with antioxidants and high in vitamin C, containing 15% of your daily recommended intake. It’s also found to have anti-inflammatory properties and help lower cholesterol.
How to Eat Dried Goji Berries
Dried goji berries (opens in a new tab) can be added as a topping on smoothies or smoothie bowls, as well as added to yogurt bowls, oatmeal, cereal, salads, and grain bowls. Goji berry powder can also be consumed in smoothies and drinks!
Using Fresh Dragon Fruit
If you have fresh dragon fruit (or Pitaya) on hand, remove the flesh and cut the dragon fruit into cubes. For smoothies, it’s best to freeze it first before adding to a smoothie for a thick texture! You can also add it in fresh, but it may give the smoothie a thinner texture.
Dragon Fruit Banana Smoothie Benefits
Dragon fruit smoothies can add tons of nutritional benefits to your everyday meals! For starters, dragon fruit is loaded with vitamins, along with the vitamins and healthy fiber in the berries as well. The banana in the smoothie is full of potassium and wholesome carbs, while the goji berries on top add even more nutrients. Whether you’re choosing to make a smoothie for breakfast, as a snack, or just as a yummy treat, they are definitely a wholesome way to get more nutrients!
Pitaya Smoothie Ingredients
Dragon Fruit (Pitaya) – Frozen dragon fruit is the key ingredient in this smoothie recipe. Whether it’s cubed frozen dragon fruit or dragon fruit smoothie packs, this tropical fruit is delicious! Fresh dragon fruit works great, too.
Frozen Berries – Strawberries or raspberries are my personal favorite to pair with dragon fruit, but any type of frozen berries will work. Blackberries, blueberries, or a mix of all of them!
Banana – Ripe banana brings the smoothie together. It also thickens and and adds sweetness the recipe! Another option is to use frozen bananas if that’s what you have on hand.
Unsweetened Coconut Milk – The coconut milk (opens in a new tab) gives this smoothie a tropical flavor! However, feel free to use almond milk (or any type of milk).
Goji Berries – One of my favorite parts of this smoothie are the goji berries! (opens in a new tab) Whether you’re adding them as a topping or blending them in, they are so delicious and add a ton of nutrition.
How to Make a Dragon Fruit Smoothie
Making a dragon fruit smoothie is incredibly easy! Here’s how to make it in 5 minutes:
- Blend the frozen dragon fruit, banana, frozen berries of choice, and coconut milk together in a high-speed blender. (opens in a new tab)
- Top with goji berries (or blend in).
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Make Ahead Dragon Fruit Goji Berry Smoothie
Blend a big batch of this recipe ahead of time! For a make-ahead pink dragon fruit smoothie:
- Double the recipe and make it all at once. Then pour into mason jars with lids and immediately freeze for healthy Dragon Fruit Goji Berry Smoothies all week long!
- To thaw, simply thaw the smoothie out in the refrigerator a few hours before enjoying. Another option is to put it in the microwave for about 30 seconds to 1 minute!
How to Use Goji Berries in a Smoothie
I love incorporating goji berries into smoothies and smoothie bowls! They are full of vitamin A and other amazing nutrients that are great for everyday life.
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Variations & Toppings
Feel free to get creative with variations and toppings! Here are a few ideas:
- Goji Berries
- Coconut Chips/Shavings (opens in a new tab)
- Hemp Seeds
- Protein Powder (blended in)
- Chia Seeds
- Add a little vanilla yogurt for a creamier texture
- Walnuts
- Blend in kale, spinach, kiwi, mango, or any other tropical fruit!
- Granola (Here’s a delicious recipe!)
The topping ideas are truly limitless!
Tips for the BEST Pitaya Smoothie
- Frozen fruit helps create a thick and creamy consistency and makes your smoothie extra cold.
- Use a high quality blender, like this one! (opens in a new tab)
- Bananas are a healthy way to add a creamy, silky texture. So if you leave it out, bear in mind that the texture will change.
- You can use any type of milk in this recipe.
- Top the smoothie with any fruits, nuts or seeds.
- Turn this recipe into a smoothie bowl and top with other fresh fruits and homemade granola.
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Dragon Fruit Smoothie Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups frozen dragon fruit (about 7-8 ounces)
- 1 medium banana
- 1 cup frozen berries (of choice)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk (opens in a new tab) (or any type of milk)
- 2 Tbsp dried goji berries (opens in a new tab) (blended in or as a topping)
Instructions
- Blend the dragon fruit, banana, berries, and milk together until smooth.
- Add goji berries as a topping (or blend in).
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Frozen fruit helps create a thick and creamy consistency and makes your smoothie extra cold.
- Use a high quality blender, like this one! (opens in a new tab)
- Bananas are a healthy way to add a creamy, silky texture. So if you leave it out, bear in mind that the texture will change.
- You can use any type of milk in this recipe.
- Top the smoothie with any fruits, nuts or seeds.
- Make this into a smoothie bowl and top with other fresh fruits and homemade granola.
Nutrition
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Wow, these dragon fruit smoothies look delicious!! Healthy, tasty and beautiful to look at! I just wrote a blog post on fruiting cactus types and the wonderful ways one can incorporate these fruits in coctails, smoothies and jams etc. I will most definitely give this one a try!! Thank you for posting!
Looks good!!!!!
Holy crap! I never review anything in life, but this was freaking amazing! My husband and I both thought it tasted like bubblegum. Thank you!!!
This was good but my smoothie turned out orange!
This is sooo pretty! Can’t wait for summer to start making things like this again!