Eat A Chiquita

There were such great entries into our Chiquita Banana Organic Smoothie Contest that we wanted to place a spotlight on some of the tastiest and most creative entries, starting with Tristann Grave’s Pump-ana Smoothie featuring bananas, and just in time for Halloween, pumpkin spice. This unique concoction is also perfect for Thanksgiving and the holiday season, so keep this festive fruit smoothie recipe handy for the months to come.

I love bananas and I'm always looking for ways to add them with other foods to create new recipes. After bananas, pumpkins are my next favorite. This fruit, like bananas is so nutritious for you and works so well in so many recipes. Of course I've added these two favorites together to make some great delicious and nutritious creations.

One of my best combinations was this smoothie. It’s a quick, easy way to get good nutrition and energy in the morning as breakfast or replenish your body after your workout. So what are you waiting for? Get your energy and nutrition now and Pump-ana today!

Tristann’s Pump-ana Smoothie Recipe

Makes 1 serving

Ingredients

• 1 Organic Chiquita banana, frozen and broken into chunks
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup pure pureed canned pumpkin (not pie mix)
• 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Natural sweetener of your choice (i.e. Stevia, honey or agave)
•  4-6 ice cubes

Directions

Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy and have a banana bright day!

Tristann

Congrats on your winning smoothie recipe, Tristann! Now that pumpkins are coming into season, it’s the perfect time of year to start carving up those jack-o-lanterns and enjoy a Pump-ana smoothie while you’re at it. You can even make your own pumpkin puree if you dare!