Dragon Fruit Smoothie Recipe
✅ Ingredients:
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1 large pink dragon fruit (ripe, peeled and cubed)
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1/2 cup plain yogurt (or plant-based yogurt for a vegan version)
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1/2 cup milk (or almond/soy/coconut milk for dairy-free option)
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1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for added flavor)
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1/2 cup ice cubes (adjust based on preference)
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Lime or lemon juice (optional, a squeeze for tanginess)
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Fresh mint or coriander leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions:
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Prepare the fruit: Peel and cube the dragon fruit. You can use fresh or frozen fruit. Frozen gives a thicker, colder smoothie.
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Blend: In a blender, add:
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Dragon fruit cubes
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Yogurt
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Milk
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Sweetener (honey/maple syrup)
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Vanilla extract (optional)
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Ice cubes
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Blend until smooth: Blend on high speed for about 30–60 seconds until creamy and smooth. Adjust consistency by adding more milk if needed.
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Taste and adjust: Taste the smoothie and add more sweetener or a splash of lime/lemon juice if desired.
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Serve: Pour into glasses. Garnish with a slice of dragon fruit on the rim, fresh mint or coriander, and a straw.
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