Piña Colada Oatmeal Smoothie

A tasty, creamy smoothie to start your day with, the Piña Colada Oatmeal Smoothie is a fun variation on the staple fruit smoothies. Opt for coconut milk and pineapple juice as your base smoothie, and add oatmeal. That’s the most straightforward way to go. To enhance it, consider adding a dash of coconut cream, yoghurt, and even chia seeds. Depending on your personal preference, you can opt in for rum too.

Although at least three people contend for the title of creator of the piña colada, it most certainly originated in Puerto Rico and is now the country's national drink. The most widely accepted story is that it was created by Caribe Hilton bartender Ramón “Monchito” Marrero in 1954. In 2004, the hotel was presented with a proclamation signed by Sila María Calderón, Puerto Rico’s Governor, to honour the beverage’s 50th anniversary.

Combining this indulgent beverage with oats gives it an instantly healthy twist, making the smoothie a smart breakfast choice. The nutrient rich oats contain manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, iron, zinc, Vitamin B1, and more. They’re also rich in antioxidants, and contain a soluble fibre called beta-glucan, which reduces cholesterol levels, improves blood sugar control, and increases the feeling of fullness, among other benefits.

So make sure to add the Piña Colada Oatmeal Smoothie to your weekly smoothie rotation, calling upon relaxing afternoons on sunny beaches, crammed with the goodness of the fibrous oats.