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Pina Colada Smoothie

Pina Colada Smoothie

This frosty drink, chock-full of calcium, is a refreshing pick-me-up on a hot summer's day.

Serves: 2

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Nutrition Score per serving:

252 calories, 56 g carbs (89%), 2.5 g fat (5%), <1 g fiber, 4 g protein (6%)

Ingredients

1 6-ounce countainer of Yoplait Coconut Cream Pie-flavored lowfat yogurt
1/4 medium-size frozen banana
1 cup unsweetened frozen pineapple chunks
1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice

Directions

This cool tropical drink will provide you with almost half a day's worth of calcium and a third of your daily dose of vitamin C. It's also high in potassium, an electrolyte that helps maintain fluid balance and plays an essential role in the contraction of muscles. The perfect after-workout pick-me-up, this smoothie is so delicious and elegant, it's destined to star at your next summer party.

In a blender, place one 6-ounce container of Yoplait Coconut Cream Pie-flavored lowfat yogurt, 1/4 of a medium-size frozen banana, 1 cup of unsweetened frozen pineapple chunks and 1 cup of unsweetened pineapple juice. Process until smooth, about 15-20 seconds. Pour half of the mixture into a chilled glass and garnish with a pineapple spear, black cherry, and paper umbrella.