A blend of tropical fruits makes a refreshing breakfast smoothie. You can boost the fiber content by adding a sprinkling of oat or wheat bran, if you like.

Makes 3 servings, 3/4 cup each

ACTIVE TIME: 5 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 5 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

1 cup cubed fresh or canned pineapple
1 banana, sliced
1/2 cup silken tofu or low-fat plain yogurt
1/3 cup frozen passion fruit concentrate
1/2 cup water
2 ice cubes
1 tablespoon wheat bran or oat bran (optional)

Combine pineapple, banana, tofu (or yogurt), passion fruit concentrate, water, ice cubes and wheat bran (or oat bran), if using, in a blender; cover and blend until creamy. Serve immediately.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 109 calories; 2 g fat (0 g sat, 0 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 21 g carbohydrate; 4 g protein; 2 g fiber; 26 mg sodium.

Nutrition bonus: Vitamin C (40% daily value).

1 1/2 Carbohydrate Servings