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Paradise on Your Palate: Enjoy a Refreshing Tropical Boba Smoothie

Recipe

By Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN, culinary dietitian, on behalf of Milk Means More February 7, 2024

The next time you crave a tasty treat, turn to this Tropical Boba Smoothie for a little sip of paradise. Thicker than traditional boba tea, this tropical-inspired solution features a creamy blend of pineapple, mango, strawberries, and coconut served over shiny black boba pearls.


Tropical Boba Smoothie
Recipe by Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN, culinary dietitian, on behalf of Milk Means More
Total time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1

 Ingredients:

  • 1 pack (2.12 ounces) instant brown sugar boba
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed pineapple, mango and strawberries
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (5%, 2% or fat-free)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon coconut extract or vanilla

Directions:

  1. Prepare boba according to package directions.
  2. In a blender, combine fruit, milk, yogurt, honey, and coconut extract. Cover and blend until nearly smooth.
  3. Place boba in a 14-16-ounce glass. Pour the fruit mixture over top. Serve.


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